RCD Espanyol has sent a message of condolences after the tragic train accident that occurred in Urda, Toledo, last Wednesday, in which more than forty deaths and numerous injured victims were recorded. The club, which has remained silent for most of the day, decided to express its solidarity with the families and friends of those affected and with the people who suffered injuries.
The accident took place on the Madrid-Seville AVE line, when a Renfe train collided with an Iryo, causing two convoys to collide. The tragedy occurred near Urda, where the Renfe train, upon arriving behind the Iryo, lost control and crashed into the other train. The emergency services responded immediately, but the number of deaths has already exceeded forty people, according to the first official figures.
In response to the news, RCD Espanyol published a message of condolences and support on their social networks. The club expressed: "From RCD Espanyol, we want to send our deepest condolences to the family and friends of those who died in the tragic train accident that occurred this morning in Toledo. We also send our support to the injured and affected people and wish them a speedy recovery. May they rest in peace." The statement was signed by the club's board of directors and was accompanied by an image with the blue and white colors.
Espanyol's message reflects the solidarity that several sports teams and entities have shown in the face of the event. The club, which has not suffered any direct impact on its competitions, has chosen to express its compassion and offer its support to those who find themselves in the difficult situation of losing loved ones or suffering serious injuries. The statement does not include details about possible concrete actions, but underlines the desire to accompany the families in this moment of pain.
As the authorities continue to investigate the causes of the accident, RCD Espanyol and the football community in general hope that the victims receive the necessary support and that the appropriate measures are taken to avoid future incidents. The club will remain attentive to developments and will continue to offer its support to the families and individuals affected.