Federation Postpones 24 Copa del Rey Games After Fatal Train Accident
Spain's national soccer federation postponed 24 Copa del Rey games nationwide following a fatal train accident in central Spain that killed over 60 people.
Lubbock, TX, October 28, 2026 —
Spain’s national soccer federation postponed 24 Copa del Rey games nationwide following a fatal train accident in central Spain that killed over 60 people, according to the information provided.
The postponements affect 24 matches in the Spanish cup competition. The summary does not identify the clubs involved, the scheduled dates or venues, or when the federation announced the decision. It also does not specify whether the matches will be rescheduled or provide replacement dates.
The train accident occurred in central Spain and resulted in more than 60 deaths. Further details about the accident, including its date, location, cause and the identities of those killed, were not provided. The available information does not include a statement from the federation or explain its decision beyond noting that the postponements followed the accident.
The summary describes the affected fixtures as postponed, not cancelled. It does not say whether other Copa del Rey matches or competitions were affected, or whether any related events were changed. No information was provided about ticket arrangements, broadcast schedules or other practical consequences for teams and supporters.
The federation’s name, the announcement’s timing and the full match schedule were not included in the information available for this report. Those details, along with any rescheduling plans, remain unconfirmed here. The stated facts are that 24 Copa del Rey games across Spain were postponed after the fatal accident in central Spain, which killed more than 60 people.
Story summarized from the original created by TALES AZZONI, Associated Press on www.everythinglubbock.com, see more information here.
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