Spain Cup matches suspended after the train accident... and Real Madrid and Barcelona mourn the victims

The Spanish Football Federation announced on its official website the suspension of the King’s Cup matches that were scheduled for today, Wednesday. The decision to suspend 24 matches in the first round of the competition came as an expression of “solidarity and respect” for the victims of the collision of two high-speed trains in Toledo County, which claimed the lives of at least 30 people.

The Spanish Federation explained that it will announce in the next few days the new date for the postponed matches. Real Madrid mourned the victims of the accident, saying in a statement: “The club expresses its deepest feelings of sadness and sorrow over the tragic train accident that occurred in Toledo County.”

He added: "The club would like to express its deep condolences to the families and loved ones of the victims who lost their lives, and also sends all love and solidarity to the injured and all those affected by this painful accident." Al Merengue continued: “Real Madrid wants to provide all support to the emergency teams and to everyone working in relief efforts, and expresses its solidarity with the pain of all those affected in these very sad moments.”

Meanwhile, Barcelona said through its account on the “X” platform: “The club expresses its deepest condolences to the victims of the serious accident... and would like to convey its support and solidarity to the families and friends of the victims and wish a speedy recovery to all those injured.”