Atlético de Madrid has joined the national mourning after the tragic train accident that occurred on October 28 in Urda, Toledo, where the death of 69 people is already confirmed. The club, together with its youth teams, has expressed its solidarity with the victims and their families through acts of respect and official tributes.
On Wednesday afternoon, the club sent an official statement expressing its deep sorrow and sending condolences to the family and friends of the deceased. Next, president Enrique Cerezo and several club legends led a minute of silence at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano, the first division stadium, before continuing with the ceremony of awarding silver badges to members with 25 years of service. The gesture sought to honor both the partners and the victims of the accident.
On Thursday, October 29, Atlético repeated its show of respect. In the Metropolitan offices, counselor Miguel Ángel Gil Marín led another minute of silence, while the training sessions of the men's and women's teams in the first category took place with a special pause as a sign of tribute. The club reiterated its message of support and offered a speedy recovery to the injured, underlining its commitment to the community and sport in general.
The club has shown its sensitivity to this type of tragedies, remembering the importance of solidarity and respect in difficult times. With these acts, Atlético de Madrid reaffirms its position as an institution that not only cares about sporting performance, but also about the well-being of the society in which it operates. The club will continue to offer its support to the affected families while waiting for the authorities to continue investigations and help those affected.