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Soccer in Spain should have been completely suspended after the worst flash floods in decades swept the eastern region of Valencia last week, killing at least 215 people, Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti said on Monday.

Real's visit to Valencia on Saturday was one of the several LaLiga games postponed after the Spanish FA (RFEF) ordered to re-schedule all games scheduled for Valencia at the weekend in addition to seven cup ties last week.

Ancelotti said it was nonsense that in other places of the country the competitions continued as expected and argued that there was no enthusiasm in Spain to play football at the moment.

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"Football is a party and you can only celebrate and party when you, your family and everybody is well... When people are not well, you don't party," Ancelotti told a press conference ahead of Real's Champions League clash against AC Milan on Tuesday.

"Football has to stop... For me it does. Because it is the most important of the least important things in life. But we are not the decision makers... We have to follow the instructions of those who are in charge.

"There are many ways to help. Football had to stop and then help. Everyone has been clear about it, nobody wanted to play. It seemed like the right decision... I have no desire to talk about football today..."

Ancelotti said that the 4-0 loss to rivals Barcelona and the disappointment of forward Vinicius Jr not winning the Ballon d'Or award were a distant memory due to the sorrow caused by the tragedy and that he is trying his best to keep the players' mindset in the right place for Tuesday's clash.

Ancelotti, who won eight trophies with Milan including two Champions League titles, said it was bittersweet to face his former club in such circumstances.

"It was supposed to be a special game for me, facing Milan... But there is no meaning in talking about football now," Ancelotti said. "It has been a difficult week, not because of what happened with the Ballon d'Or or El Clasico... It happened and that's that, congratulations to the winners. Our sadness is not about that, it is for what is happening here in Spain."

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Soccer in Spain should have been completely suspended after the worst flash floods in decades swept the eastern region of Valencia last week, killing at least 215 people, Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti said on Monday.

Soccer in Spain should have been completely suspended after the worst flash floods in decades swept the eastern region of Valencia last week, killing at least 215 people, Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti said on Monday. Real's visit to Valencia on Saturday was one of the several LaLiga games postponed after the Spanish FA (RFEF) ordered to re-schedule all games scheduled for Valencia at the weekend in addition to seven cup ties last week. Ancelotti said it was nonsense that in other places of the country the competitions continued as expected and argued that there was no enthusiasm in Spain to play football at the moment. ALSO READ: Manchester United off to worst Premier League start following 1-1 draw vs Chelsea "Football is a party and you can only celebrate and party when you, your family and everybody is well... When people are not well, you don't party," Ancelotti told a press conference ahead of Real's Champions League clash against AC Milan on Tuesday. "Football has to stop... For me it does. Because it is the most important of the least important things in life. But we are not the decision makers... We have to follow the instructions of those who are in charge. "There are many ways to help. Football had to stop and then help. Everyone has been clear about it, nobody wanted to play. It seemed like the right decision... I have no desire to talk about football today..." Ancelotti said that the 4-0 loss to rivals Barcelona and the disappointment of forward Vinicius Jr not winning the Ballon d'Or award were a distant memory due to the sorrow caused by the tragedy and that he is trying his best to keep the players' mindset in the right place for Tuesday's clash. Ancelotti, who won eight trophies with Milan including two Champions League titles, said it was bittersweet to face his former club in such circumstances. "It was supposed to be a special game for me, facing Milan... But there is no meaning in talking about football now," Ancelotti said. "It has been a difficult week, not because of what happened with the Ballon d'Or or El Clasico... It happened and that's that, congratulations to the winners. Our sadness is not about that, it is for what is happening here in Spain." Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

‘Football has to stop’ – Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti sympathises with Spain's flood victims

After being pelted with mud by angry demonstrators&nbsp;during the visit to a flood-hit region, the Spanish king said that the people&nbsp;had to "understand the anger and frustration" of the ones affected by the devastation that hit the towns where cars have been left in muddy heaps in streets.&nbsp;

In a social media video, the king called on the public to give the victims "hope and their guarantee that the state in its entirety is present".&nbsp;

During the visit to Valencia, the flood-struck area of Spain, the Spanish king, queen, and prime minister faced aggressive protest as furious locals hurled mud and other objects at them on Sunday (Nov 3) after they felt abandoned by the authorities.&nbsp;

It was a startling show of anger in the worst-hit town in the flood disaster that has killed more than 210 people.

More heavy rain fell on the Valencia region after King Felipe VI, Queen Letizia and Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez were forced to leave Paiporta where more than 70 people died in floods last Tuesday.

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Mud hit the monarchs in the face and clothes as they tried to calm the angry crowd in scenes that underscored the fury over the response to the disaster that has now killed at least 217 people with many more still missing.

Videos on social media showed the king constantly hit by mud and authorities tried covering him and taking him out of the place when a few locals were seen shouting at the king's face showing their anger and frustration.&nbsp;

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The king and queen went to a crisis centre in Paiporta. But extra security guards soon had to keep the angry crowd, shouting "murders", away from the royals and prime minister. They put up umbrellas to stop mud from hitting the royal couple.

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Most of the fury seemed directed at Prime Minister Sanchez and Valencia regional government head Carlos Mazon.

"I understand the social anger and of course, I'm here to receive it. This is my political and moral obligation," Mazon said in a post on X.

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The rear window of Sanchez's car was broken before he and the local politicians quickly left. The socialist leader said that while he empathised with the "anguish and suffering" of the victims, he condemned "all forms of violence".&nbsp;

Emergency services on Sunday listed 213 dead in the Valencia region, one in Andalusia in the south and three in Castilla-La Mancha neighbouring Valencia.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

After being pelted with mud by angry demonstrators during the visit to a flood-hit region, the Spanish king said that the people had to "understand the anger and frustration" of the ones affected by the devastation that hit the towns where cars have been left in muddy heaps in streets.

After being pelted with mud by angry demonstrators during the visit to a flood-hit region, the Spanish king said that the people had to "understand the anger and frustration" of the ones affected by the devastation that hit the towns where cars have been left in muddy heaps in streets. In a social media video, the king called on the public to give the victims "hope and their guarantee that the state in its entirety is present". During the visit to Valencia, the flood-struck area of Spain, the Spanish king, queen, and prime minister faced aggressive protest as furious locals hurled mud and other objects at them on Sunday (Nov 3) after they felt abandoned by the authorities. It was a startling show of anger in the worst-hit town in the flood disaster that has killed more than 210 people. More heavy rain fell on the Valencia region after King Felipe VI, Queen Letizia and Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez were forced to leave Paiporta where more than 70 people died in floods last Tuesday. Also read | Miraculous rescue: Woman survives three days beside sister-in-law’s body in car amid Spain flash flood Mud hit the monarchs in the face and clothes as they tried to calm the angry crowd in scenes that underscored the fury over the response to the disaster that has now killed at least 217 people with many more still missing. Videos on social media showed the king constantly hit by mud and authorities tried covering him and taking him out of the place when a few locals were seen shouting at the king's face showing their anger and frustration. Tensions rise in Valencia as King Felipe and Queen Letizia face frustration from residents amid devastating floods. During their visit, locals, expressed anger, throwing mud and eggs at the royal couple.#DANA #Valencia #Spain #SpainFloods #KingFelipe pic.twitter.com/fiEcAa9ZXK — Mr. Shaz (@Wh_So_Serious) November 3, 2024 × The king and queen went to a crisis centre in Paiporta. But extra security guards soon had to keep the angry crowd, shouting "murders", away from the royals and prime minister. They put up umbrellas to stop mud from hitting the royal couple. Also read | Watch: Spain's king and queen face mud-pelting, slurs in flood-hit town as umbrellas fail to save royal faces Most of the fury seemed directed at Prime Minister Sanchez and Valencia regional government head Carlos Mazon. "I understand the social anger and of course, I'm here to receive it. This is my political and moral obligation," Mazon said in a post on X. Also read | American-Iranian journalist detained in Iran for months, says US The rear window of Sanchez's car was broken before he and the local politicians quickly left. The socialist leader said that while he empathised with the "anguish and suffering" of the victims, he condemned "all forms of violence". Emergency services on Sunday listed 213 dead in the Valencia region, one in Andalusia in the south and three in Castilla-La Mancha neighbouring Valencia. (With inputs from agencies)

'Understand the anger': Spanish king reacts after facing furious locals at flood-hit region

At least 51 people have been killed in flash floods sweeping the eastern Spanish region of Valencia following torrential rains on Tuesday that left roads and towns under water, local authorities said on Wednesday (October 30).

Defence ministry and police footage showed emergency services inspecting flooded houses and assisting rescued people in the town of Utiel.

Dozens of videos shared on social media overnight appeared to show people trapped by the floodwaters, with some climbing trees to avoid being swept away.

Carlos Mazon, the regional leader of Valencia, said at&nbsp;a press conference that some people remained isolated in inaccessible locations.

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Emergency services in the region urged citizens to avoid any kind of road travel and to follow further updates from official sources.

Trains to the cities of Madrid and Barcelona were cancelled due to the flooding, and schools and other essential services were suspended in the worst-hit areas.

The UME military unit specialised in rescue operations was deployed in some areas to help local emergency workers.

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Spain's state weather agency AEMET declared a red alert in Valencia, a major citrus-growing region, with some areas such as Turis and Utiel recording 200 mm (7.9 inches) of rainfall.

The death toll appeared to be the worst in Europe from flooding since 2021, when almost 200 people died, mainly in Germany.

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At least 51 people have been killed in flash floods sweeping the eastern Spanish region of Valencia following torrential rains on Tuesday that left roads and towns under water, local authorities said on Wednesday (October 30).

At least 51 people have been killed in flash floods sweeping the eastern Spanish region of Valencia following torrential rains on Tuesday that left roads and towns under water, local authorities said on Wednesday (October 30). Defence ministry and police footage showed emergency services inspecting flooded houses and assisting rescued people in the town of Utiel. Dozens of videos shared on social media overnight appeared to show people trapped by the floodwaters, with some climbing trees to avoid being swept away. Carlos Mazon, the regional leader of Valencia, said at a press conference that some people remained isolated in inaccessible locations. Also read | Mount Fuji remains snowless for longest time, breaking 130-year record Emergency services in the region urged citizens to avoid any kind of road travel and to follow further updates from official sources. Trains to the cities of Madrid and Barcelona were cancelled due to the flooding, and schools and other essential services were suspended in the worst-hit areas. The UME military unit specialised in rescue operations was deployed in some areas to help local emergency workers. Also read | Watch: Sewage pipe bursts in Moscow, shoots tower block-sized 'fountain of poop' Spain's state weather agency AEMET declared a red alert in Valencia, a major citrus-growing region, with some areas such as Turis and Utiel recording 200 mm (7.9 inches) of rainfall. The death toll appeared to be the worst in Europe from flooding since 2021, when almost 200 people died, mainly in Germany. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

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Heavy rain causes river swells across Spain

‘Football has to stop’ – Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti sympathises with Spain's flood victims

'Understand the anger': Spanish king reacts after facing furious locals at flood-hit region

At least 51 people killed in Spain flash floods after torrential rain: Reports

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