Match Between Atlético de Madrid and Sevilla Postponed Amid Severe Rain in Madrid
Heavy rainfall in Madrid prevented the scheduled match against Metropolitano from taking place the following Sunday. Atlético de Madrid had been set to host Sevilla in the Spanish capital on Sunday, September 3, from 6:30 p.m., as part of the fourth matchday of the 2023-2024 season. The fixture was postponed due to weather concerns.
The match is suspended
AEMET warned that the forecast could bring extremely heavy rain, with projections suggesting up to 300 liters per square meter on Sunday. Those alarming forecasts prompted organizers to suspend the game. Atlético de Madrid announced the decision, which La Liga communicated publicly around 2:00 p.m. It was deemed no longer feasible to play, despite Sevilla having traveled to Madrid. The adverse weather and related conditions limited the possibility of contesting the commitment, while AEMET had also recommended restricting traffic in the capital to ensure safety and minimize disruption.
Atlético de Madrid’s initial communication
With the weather forecast continuing to evolve through the afternoon, La Liga informed Atlético de Madrid that a final decision would be issued at 2:30 p.m. regarding whether the match would be contested or postponed. Fans were urged to stay informed through official channels for the latest updates. Madrid City Council issued a public note recommending against travel due to the heavy rain forecast, and AEMET had placed Madrid under red alert due to worsening conditions. In light of the situation, a joint decision involving all parties was planned for 2:30 p.m.
In subsequent updates, Atlético de Madrid stated that the final decision would come at 2:30 p.m. on whether the match would be played or postponed, and fans were urged to remain tuned for this information. This update was shared via the club’s social media.
Official La Liga confirmation
The decision to postpone the match cited the exceptional weather conditions in Madrid, the red alert issued by AEMET, and the recommendations from the Madrid City Council. After discussions that morning with the chairman of the Royal Spanish Football Federation, the president of the Higher Sports Council, and the CEOs of Atlético de Madrid and Sevilla FC, La Liga confirmed the postponement of the match originally scheduled for 6:30 p.m. at the Civitas Metropolitano in Madrid. A new date and time would be announced by La Liga in due course.
Officials emphasized that safety considerations and local weather advisories took precedence, and a precise rescheduling would be communicated once all parties aligned on the plan.
When will the suspended match be played?
The expected timing for announcing the new date and time for the suspended match was described as imminent, with communications anticipated in the following hours. It was noted that this weekend served as the final matchday before the international break, adding to the urgency of confirming a new schedule as soon as possible.
How did the teams arrive?
Atlético de Madrid reached the fixture after a dominant 7-0 victory over Rayo Vallecano, with Álvaro Morata contributing a brace and goals from Antoine Griezmann, Memphis Depay, Nahuel Molina, Ángel Correa, and Marcos Llorente. Sevilla FC, by contrast, had fallen 2-1 to Girona on the third matchday, despite Nemanja Gudelj’s efforts on the scoresheet.
These results set the stage for a highly anticipated clash, now postponed due to the weather, with the outcome left to future scheduling and league governance. The situation underscored the primacy of player and spectator safety in professional football scheduling during severe weather events. (Goal).