La Liga suspends the Sevilla-Girona and Cádiz-Almería matches due to weather alert
La Liga has postponed two football matches, Sevilla-Girona and Cádiz-Almería, due to a severe weather alert for heavy rains and storms in the area.
La Liga has announced the suspension of the football matches Sevilla against Girona and Cádiz against Almería, which were scheduled for today, due to a weather alert issued for the Sevilla province. The Spanish meteorological agency, AEMET, has alerted of possible intense rains, strong winds, and storms resulting from weather system Marta. As a precaution for the safety of fans and players, the matches were canceled ahead of their scheduled times, with Sevilla's match set to kick off at 18:30 and Cádiz's match at 21:00.
The decision to postpone the matches was confirmed by both the emergency services of the 112 and La Liga itself, reflecting a coordinated response to ensure public safety. The Junta de Andalucía, responsible for managing emergencies, ordered the suspension and has been closely monitoring the evolving weather situation. This step follows the elevation of the Sevilla municipality’s Territorial Emergency Plan to Phase of Emergency in preparation for adverse weather events.
The suspension of these matches not only affects the football calendar but also underscores the importance of safety measures in sports events amidst extreme weather conditions. Fans and stakeholders must adjust to the changes, and La Liga is focused on rescheduling the games once conditions allow, indicating the league's commitment to ensuring a safe environment for all involved.