La Liga postpones Levante vs Villarreal match due to red rain alert

Published on January 06, 2026 | Translated from Spanish
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La Liga Postpones Levante vs Villarreal Match Due to Red Rain Alert

The LaLiga EA Sports organization decided not to play the match between Levante UD and Villarreal CF this Sunday. The match, scheduled at the Ciutat de València stadium, is suspended preventively. The reason is a red alert for adverse weather phenomena declared for the province. ⚠️

The State Meteorological Agency Issues the Verdict

The AEMET forecasted a storm of intense and persistent rain across the entire Valencian Community. By activating the highest alert level, the authorities warn of extreme danger to the population. In this scenario, La Liga and the clubs agreed to postpone the clash. The main objective is to protect fans, players, and all event staff.

Immediate Consequences of the Postponement:
  • The matchday 16 game will not take place on the original date and time (Sunday, 18:30h).
  • The competition must now find a new slot in its calendar to reschedule the match.
  • Fans of both teams must wait to know when they can attend the stadium or follow the match.
Weather becomes the strictest referee, canceling the kick-off with a red alert whistle that no one can dispute.

League Calendar Reorganization

This postponement directly affects the planning of matchday 16. While the other scheduled matches proceed normally, the clash between the two Valencian teams remains up in the air. La Liga faces the challenge of fitting this match into an already tight calendar, which requires coordination with the clubs and television networks. 📅

Key Points Pending Resolution:
  • The new date and time for Levante and Villarreal to face off.
  • The impact this change may have on the physical and tactical preparation of both teams.
  • How tickets already sold for the original match will be managed.

Safety as the Absolute Priority

The decision underscores a fundamental principle in organizing major sports events: safety takes precedence over any sporting or economic consideration. Postponing a match entails logistical and economic complications, but the risk of a full stadium under a red alert for torrential rains is unacceptable. This preventive action demonstrates a clear action protocol in emergencies. 🛡️