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Spanish FA Suspends All Wednesday Copa del Rey Matches After Fatal Train Crash
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Immediate Action: Postponement of the First-Round Fixtures
The Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) announced the suspension of every one of the 24 first-round Copa del Rey matches that had been slated for Wednesday. The decision follows a high-speed rail collision in the province of Toledo that killed more than 60 people and left dozens injured. The federation said it will issue a revised tournament schedule in the coming days. The postponed pairings include Navalcarnero vs Real Betis, Salamanca vs Celta Vigo, Tavernes vs Valencia and Xerez vs Cádiz, among others.
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Context of the Rail Disaster
Two high-speed trains collided after one stopped on the tracks, creating Spain’s worst rail tragedy since 2013. Reports indicate that over 500 passengers were aboard the two trains and at least 170 sustained injuries. While the exact death toll varies between sources, figures range from “more than 60” to “at least 64” confirmed fatalities. The crash has also triggered widespread rail disruptions across the country.
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Official Reactions from the Football Community
Major clubs quickly echoed the federation’s sentiment. Real Madrid expressed “deepest sorrow” and offered condolences to families and the injured. Barcelona conveyed “deepest condolences” and wished a speedy recovery for those hurt. All three clubs, which enter the competition at the round of 32, emphasized unity within the Spanish football family.
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Verbatim Quote
“Shocked by the serious train accident in Toledo.” — Pedro Sanchez, spanish prime minister
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What’s Next: Rescheduling the Competition
The RFEF indicated that a revised Copa del Rey calendar will be released in the coming days, outlining new dates and times for the postponed Wednesday fixtures. Thursday’s matches have not yet been confirmed, and the broader Spanish league schedule remains unchanged pending further developments.