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All Spanish cup matches suspended after Madrid train collision

All Spanish cup matches suspended after Madrid train collision
Image caption, Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said he was "shocked" by the train accident and offered support to all the victims and their families

All 24 matches in the Spanish Copa del Rey due to take place on Wednesday have been suspended as a mark of respect after more than 30 people were killed in a train crash near Madrid.

More than 500 passengers were travelling on the trains when they collided and derailed in Toledo.

In the statement released by the Spanish FA (RFEF), authorities said the decision has been made in solidarity with the victims.

Five top flight teams, Levante, Alaves, Valencia, Celta Vigo and Real Betis were due to play in the first round matches on Wednesday.

Spanish giants including Real Madrid, Barcelona and Atletico Madrid aren't due to enter the competition until the last-32 round.

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