Valencia and Levante Seek Postponement After Tragic Fire

Valencia and Levante have reached out to LaLiga to request the postponement of their upcoming matches, following a devastating fire that occurred in the Spanish city on Thursday. The fire resulted in at least four fatalities, with up to 15 individuals still missing. Valencia’s emergency services are currently dealing with the aftermath of the massive blaze that engulfed two interconnected apartment buildings.

Valencia CF expressed deep regret over the tragic incident and extended their condolences to all the victims. The club also praised the hard work of the emergency services in responding to the crisis. In memory of the victims, Valencia’s men’s first team, women’s first team, and VCF Academy teams will observe a moment of silence at the start of their training sessions. Additionally, Valencia has formally requested the postponement of their match against Granada CF at the Nuevo Los Cármenes Stadium this Saturday.

Levante, a second division team, also echoed the sentiments of their local rivals by requesting the postponement of their scheduled game against FC Andorra. The club expressed solidarity with the affected families and thanked the emergency services for their heroic efforts during this tragic event.

Numerous other clubs in Spain, including FC Barcelona and Real Madrid, have offered their condolences to the city of Valencia in the wake of the fire. FC Barcelona took to X (formerly Twitter) to express their sympathy for the victims’ families and offer support to those impacted by the tragedy. Real Madrid, in a statement on their website, also conveyed their solidarity with Valencia and the affected individuals.

The joint decision by Valencia and Levante to seek the postponement of their matches reflects a sense of unity and compassion during a difficult time. The tragic fire has deeply affected the community, and the football clubs’ responses highlight the importance of coming together to support those in need. As the city mourns the loss of lives and grapples with the aftermath of the disaster, the actions of Valencia and Levante serve as a reminder of the role that sports can play in fostering solidarity and resilience in the face of adversity.