Storm Emilia Postpones Endesa League Match Between Valencia and Zaragoza

Published on January 06, 2026 | Translated from Spanish
Image showing the Roig Arena pavilion, home of Valencia Basket, with a cloudy and threatening sky of rain, anticipating the conditions that caused the match postponement.

Storm Emilia Postpones the Endesa League Match Between Valencia and Zaragoza

The Endesa League must modify its schedule this weekend due to a weather phenomenon. The clash that was supposed to take place between Valencia Basket and Casademont Zaragoza is suspended. The arrival of storm Emilia forces this decision to protect everyone involved ⛈️.

The ACB Prioritizes Safety and Announces the Postponement

The Basketball Clubs Association decided to postpone the match scheduled for Sunday at 18:00 at the Roig Arena. The organization is already informing about the change and now must find a new viable date for both teams. This unforeseen event disrupts the players' and coaching staff's preparation routine.

Immediate Consequences of the Postponement:
  • Fans must wait to know the new date and time of the match.
  • The affected clubs, Valencia and Zaragoza, readjust their training and rest plans.
  • The competition must reorganize the schedule for the tenth matchday coherently.
The ACB indicates that it will inform about the new schedule in the coming days.

The Impact of Storm Emilia Goes Beyond a Single Match

The climate instability associated with Emilia not only disrupts this sporting event. It triggers alerts for heavy rains in the Valencian Community, where authorities recommend limiting travel. This case clearly shows how extreme atmospheric phenomena can interfere with organizing elite sports.

Collateral Effects of the Weather Conditions:
  • Other sporting events, especially outdoor ones, face cancellation risks.
  • Prevention protocols are activated to ensure public safety.
  • Players change their routine, replacing the court with other recovery activities.

A Weekend of Waiting and Readjustments

While the rain falls without understanding league schedules, fans check the official apps to stay updated. For their part, the athletes take advantage to regain strength or continue preparing alternatively. Storm Emilia temporarily becomes the owner of the sports agenda, reminding us of the vulnerability of plans in the face of the force of nature 🌧️.