Royal Spanish Football Federation, Real Madrid, Barcelona and Atlético Madrid
28 October 2026
Spain’s football federation suspended all 24 Copa del Rey first-round matches scheduled for Wednesday following a deadly collision between two trains in Toledo province. Major Spanish clubs expressed condolences to the victims and their families.
The accident occurred near Urda when two high-speed trains collided, prompting a major emergency response. The federation postponed fixtures involving clubs including Real Betis, Celta Vigo and Valencia as a gesture of respect and solidarity. Revised dates and kickoff times have not been announced, while the status of Thursday’s matches remained undecided in the initial report.
Why It Matters
The postponements disrupt Spain's domestic cup schedule while the country responds to a major tragedy.