Spanish FA postpones 24 Copa del Rey first-round ties after Toledo train collision

The Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) postponed all 24 first-round matches of the Copa del Rey 2026-27 that were scheduled for Wednesday after a deadly train collision in Toledo province, Spain, on Wednesday. The fixtures were moved to unspecified dates.

The crash occurred at around 8:54 am local time between Los Yebenes and Urda in the province of Toledo, Spanish media reported. Europa Press, citing Transport Ministry sources, said several carriages of a Renfe train collided with an Iryo train that had stopped on the track. Investigators are examining the cause of the collision. Rescue operations remain underway.

Reports stated the Iryo train carried 146 people and the Renfe train carried 397. At least 46 people have been reported dead and 179 injured, and the numbers are expected to climb. Exact casualty figures remain unclear while emergency services continue their response.

Among the ties called off were fixtures involving Real Betis, Celta Vigo and Valencia, among others. Top Spanish clubs including Real Madrid, Barcelona and Atletico Madrid issued public statements expressing condolences. Those clubs published their messages on social media.

The RFEF posted "OFICIAL | Suspensión de la jornada de hoy miércoles en la Copa de SM el Reyℹ️ https://t.co/HSp94pZ9hB pic.twitter.com/PlpaaAg1Ig" regarding the suspension of Wednesday’s round.

FC Barcelona wrote on X: “FC Barcelona expresses its deepest condolences to the victims of the serious railway accident between Los Yébenes and Urda (Toledo). The club wishes to convey its support and solidarity to the families and friends of the victims and to wish all those injured a speedy recovery.” Atletico Madrid wrote on X: “We join in the grief for the victims of the terrible railway accident that occurred this morning in the province of Toledo. We extend our deepest condolences to the family and friends of those who have passed away and wish a speedy recovery to all those injured.” A statement from Real Madrid read: “Real Madrid CF wishes to express its deepest dismay at the tragic train accident that occurred in the province of Toledo. The club wishes to convey its condolences to the families and loved ones of the deceased, as well as its affection and solidarity to the injured and all those affected by this terrible accident.”

The Spanish FA has not announced when the postponed first-round Copa del Rey matches will be played and has not confirmed whether Thursday’s matches will proceed as scheduled.