Valencia province has been severely impacted by the destructive storm, DANA, raising concerns about the Real Madrid vs Valencia match scheduled for Saturday.
The storm, according to Italian transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has resulted in the tragic loss of over 50 lives and has left numerous families in dire need of assistance.
Given the devastating effects of the storm, it is evident that the focus must be on addressing the immediate needs of those affected.
Meanwhile, sports activities in the province including the upcoming football match, will be placed on hold as the province copes with the aftermath of this natural disaster.
Valencia’s request to Postpone Copa del Rey Match Against Parla Escuela Granted
Latest report revealed that Spain’s football federation (RFEF) has approved Valencia’s request to postpone their Copa del Rey match against Parla Escuela in Madrid following devastating floods that have left several people dead in the south-east of the country.
The decision comes after authorities issued warnings against all non-essential travel in the region, with the weather agency AEMET issuing a red alert in eastern Valencia due to the effects of storm Dana.
Firefighters have been carrying out rescue operations to help individuals trapped in floodwaters.
Valencia released a statement on Tuesday, stating, “The club considers that [postponement] is the most appropriate measure due to the serious consequences of Dana that we are experiencing in the province of Valencia.”
Meanwhile, the RFEF later confirmed the postponement of the match, showing understanding for the situation caused by the extreme weather events in the area.
Previously, Copa del Rey games featuring Valencia and Levante were postponed due to the storm’s severe disruptions.
Real Madrid Players Express Their Solidarity
As communities come together, both globally and locally, to show their support, messages of solidarity are still being sent for those impacted.
Real Madrid players have expressed messages of support and solidarity, underscoring the seriousness of the situation in the region.
Los Blancos publicly expressed their sympathy for the affected communities and individuals, acknowledging the unprecedented scale of the disaster.
Several world class players from the club, including Brazilian star Vinicius Jr, Thibaut Courtois, and Luka Modric, have shown their support by reaching out to victims of the storm.
Real Madrid forward Vinicius Jr. wrote on his social media:“Lots of encouragement to everyone.”
2018 Ballon d’Or winner Luka Modric and former Chelsea goalie Courtois also shared messages of strength and resilience, expressing empathy for the people in Valencia and other storm-hit provinces.
Modric wrote: “Lots of encouragement and strength to all the people of Valencia and the other provinces affected by the storm.”
Courtois wrote: “A hug to all those affected and a lot of strength in such a difficult time.”
Valencia Vs Real Madrid La Liga Fixture
Valencia, who are bottom of the league, are scheduled to host Real Madrid on Saturday, November 2nd.
However, following the ugly flood incident, it seems more likely that the La Liga match will be postponed.
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