Torrential rainfall forced the postponement of the La Liga fixture between Levante and Athletic Club in Valencia, according to official reports from the clubs and regional weather agencies. The match, scheduled for a 21:30 kickoff, was called off by referee Quintero González after the pitch became heavily waterlogged during player warm-ups.
Match Postponed After Severe Weather Hits Valencia
Severe weather conditions struck the region abruptly, with a powerful storm reaching the area at approximately 21:00, just half a minute before the scheduled start. According to reporting by Marca, the downpour caused localized power outages, while the stadium tunnel connecting the pitch to the locker rooms became completely flooded. Officials determined that playing under such conditions was impossible, prompting the referee to postpone the fixture to a future date that both clubs must mutually agree upon.
Athletic Club captain Iñaki Williams confirmed the impossibility of playing the fixture in comments reported by Radio Euskadi. “It was no use playing the match. We tried and both teams did what they could, but the referee decided that the most sensible thing was to postpone it,” Williams stated.
Orange Weather Warnings Issued Across the Region
State meteorological services placed Valencia under an orange weather warning for heavy rain and hail as the storm front moved in. Local authorities had monitored the escalating conditions as the sky opened up over the city. The sudden deluge overwhelmed drainage systems around the stadium infrastructure, rendering the playing surface unsafe for professional competition.
Did you know? Orange weather warnings in Spain indicate significant meteorological risk with severe weather phenomena capable of causing localized disruptions to daily activities and public events.
Rescheduling and Next Steps for Levante and Athletic Club
League officials will coordinate with management from both Levante and Athletic Club to determine a viable makeup date for the postponed fixture.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was the Levante vs. Athletic Club match postponed?
The match was postponed due to torrential rain, severe flooding on the pitch, and stadium power outages caused by a sudden storm that hit Valencia shortly before kickoff.
Who made the decision to call off the game?
Match referee Quintero González made the official decision to postpone the fixture after consulting with both clubs.
When will the rescheduled match take place?
A new date for the fixture has not yet been announced. According to league rules, Levante and Athletic Club must agree on a mutually acceptable date for the rescheduled match.
What weather warnings were in place in Valencia?
An orange weather warning for heavy rain and hail was active in the region following the arrival of the storm.
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