Valencia vs Oviedo Match Scheduled for Tomorrow
Valencia vs. Oviedo Match Postponed Due to Severe Weather Conditions
The Liga match between Valencia and Oviedo, scheduled to close the seventh round of Spain’s Primera División at Mestalla on Monday evening, has been officially postponed. A red alert for heavy rainfall declared in Valencia was the primary reason for this decision by the relevant authorities.
Interestingly, Oviedo’s team had already traveled to Valencia on Sunday morning, just before the severe weather warnings were issued. Meanwhile, Valencia’s players are still scheduled to train this afternoon at 5 PM despite the postponed match.
Background on Valencia’s Weather Alert
The province of Valencia has recently been under significant distress due to extreme rainfalls reminiscent of the DANA incident from eleven months ago. This led to multiple municipalities, including the capital, Valencia, being placed under a red alert.
As a precautionary measure, all outdoor activities were suspended, and schools closed for the following day. After several discussions, the decision to postpone the league match was made, although there is currently no fixed date for its rescheduling. Fortunately, with neither team engaged in European competition, scheduling conflicts are not expected to arise.
Club Response and Spectator Advisory
The Valencia Football Club had anticipated potential disruptions, issuing an alert to its fans on Sunday. Nearly 50% of attendees at Mestalla typically travel from nearby towns, leading the club to proactively warn supporters about the risks associated with traveling under severe weather conditions.
Authorities also implemented travel controls due to the risk posed by approximately 25,000 fans arriving at the stadium from surrounding areas.
Official Rescheduling Announcement
The Spanish Football Federation has announced that the match will be rescheduled for tomorrow at 8 PM, conditional on weather permitting. This decision aims to minimize inconvenience for fans who have made the journey to Valencia. However, the matchup will proceed only if safety conditions are verified and the AEMET revokes the red alert status.
Fans are advised to stay updated on weather conditions and official communications regarding the match as the situation develops.
