The recent deadly fire that engulfed two apartment blocks in Valencia has had a devastating impact, leading to at least four deaths and leaving up to 15 people missing. In response to this tragic event, LaLiga has decided to postpone the upcoming matches of Valencia CF and Levante UD. Valencia was set to play against Granada CF on Saturday, while Levante was scheduled to host FC Andorra in Valencia. The decision to postpone the matches came after both clubs requested a delay, which was also supported by the affected teams Granada CF and FC Andorra.
Valencia CF released a heartfelt statement expressing their condolences to the victims of the fire and praising the efforts of the emergency services. The club declared that their players, coaches, and academy teams would observe a minute of silence in memory of the victims. Additionally, Valencia requested the postponement of their match against Granada CF at the Nuevo Los Cármenes Stadium. The club also announced that flags at their facilities would be flown at half-mast in accordance with the city’s three days of mourning.
Likewise, Levante UD joined in expressing their sympathy for the families and friends of the victims and thanked the emergency services for their dedicated work during this tragic event. The club also requested the postponement of their upcoming game as a mark of respect and mourning. LaLiga confirmed that a minute’s silence would be observed at all games in Spain’s top two divisions to honor the victims of the fire.
Various football clubs in Spain, including FC Barcelona and Real Madrid, extended their condolences to the city of Valencia in the wake of the fire tragedy. FC Barcelona offered its support to the affected families and expressed solidarity with those impacted by the incident. Real Madrid, in a statement on their website, also shared their condolences and support for Valencia during this difficult time.
The tragic fire incident in Valencia has deeply affected the football community, leading to the postponement of LaLiga matches and a unified show of support for the victims and their families. As the city mourns the loss of lives, football clubs across Spain have come together to express their condolences and stand in solidarity with Valencia during this challenging period.
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