Spanish Federation Postpones 24 Copa del Rey Games After Fatal Train Crash
The Spanish national soccer federation postponed 24 Copa del Rey games due to a train crash in central Spain that caused over 60 fatalities.
Peoria Bloomington, IL, October 28, 2026 —
The Spanish national soccer federation postponed 24 Copa del Rey games following a train crash in central Spain that caused more than 60 fatalities, according to the information provided.
The postponements affect 24 matches in the Copa del Rey, Spain’s national soccer cup competition. The federation’s decision was linked to the crash. No further details were provided about the circumstances of the train crash or the reasons the federation gave for postponing the games.
The information available does not identify the affected teams, match dates, competition round, or stadiums. It also does not say when the games may be rescheduled, whether replacement dates have been announced, or whether any other fixtures or competitions are affected.
The federation’s formal name was not provided. Details about the crash’s location beyond central Spain, when it occurred, and the identities of those killed were also not included. The reported death toll was more than 60.
For now, the confirmed information is limited to the postponement of 24 Copa del Rey games and the stated connection to the fatal train crash. Further scheduling information and additional details about the incident were not provided.
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