All 24 Spanish Copa del Rey matches scheduled for Wednesday have been suspended as a mark of respect following a deadly train disaster near Madrid. The incident occurred in Toledo, where two trains carrying more than 500 passengers collided and derailed, leaving over 30 people dead. In an official statement, the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) announced that the decision to halt the fixtures was made in solidarity with the victims and their loved ones.
The postponement directly impacts five top-flight clubs—Levante, Alaves, Valencia, Celta Vigo, and Real Betis—who were all slated to compete in Wednesday's first-round action. La Liga giants Atletico Madrid, Real Madrid, and Barcelona were not among the teams scheduled to play, as they are not due to enter the tournament until the round of 32. Across Spain, political leaders also reacted to the catastrophe, with Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez stating he was "shocked" by the collision while offering his support to the victims and their families.
Spanish football heavyweights joined in mourning following the tragic derailment between Los Yebenes and Urda. FC Barcelona shared their "deepest condolences" on social media, stating: "The club wishes to convey its support and solidarity to the families and friends of the victims and to wish all those injured a speedy recovery." Real Madrid also released a message expressing their "deepest sorrow" and offering "full support" to emergency personnel. The club said it "extends its condolences to the families and loved ones of those who lost their lives, as well as its affection and solidarity to the injured and all those affected by this terrible accident," while sharing in the grief of rescue teams and everyone impacted.
As authorities continue to respond to the incident, the RFEF confirmed that Copa del Rey matches scheduled for Thursday remain unaffected and will proceed. The federation has not yet announced a revised schedule for the 24 postponed Wednesday ties.