The match is scheduled for next Wednesday, April 12, at Vodafone Park, kicking off at 8:30 PM local time in Spain.
Atlético de Madrid announced that the fixture will take place on Saturday, April 8, and continue through to the midweek clash on the 12th. The friendly contest will be held in Istanbul as a gesture of solidarity, with both clubs celebrating a shared milestone of 120 years of history and directing all proceeds to the organization Together for Türkiye, which assists those impacted by the earthquake in the region.
The venue for the game is Vodafone Park, and the start time remains 8:30 PM Spanish time, as confirmed by Atlético de Madrid in an official statement published on its website.
Statement from Atleti:
“This Wednesday, April 12, we will travel to Istanbul to play a solidarity match with Beşiktaş, a unique event on the international stage. The two clubs share a 120-year history, and the proceeds will support Together for Türkiye, assisting those affected by the earthquake.”
“For supporters who cannot attend but want to contribute, we invite donations to Save the Children’s emergency fund. The campaign continues to aid earthquake victims in Turkey and Syria. From the outset, our club and the Atlético de Madrid Foundation have stood with the victims, collaborating with Save the Children, backing LaLiga’s Every Minute Counts campaign, and now continuing to support the NGO’s emergency fund.”
“Save the Children, the club’s official partner, will be present at this charity match, as indicated on the back of our shirt. Ria Money Transfer, Atlético de Madrid’s official sponsor, will provide space for this special occasion, underscoring the long-standing alliance between both organizations.”
The overarching goal is to keep the need for help visible across society and to echo the wave of solidarity that swept world football last February. This is a cause that remains urgent and requires continued collective effort from fans and communities worldwide.
People can join from anywhere and support those affected who are still enduring the consequences of this disaster.”