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Earthquake in Colombia: CONMEBOL Suspends Libertadores and Sudamericana Matches
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Earthquake in Colombia: CONMEBOL Suspends Libertadores and Sudamericana Matches

From El Universal · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • CONMEBOL has suspended Copa Libertadores and Copa Sudamericana matches scheduled in Colombia following a magnitude 7.4 earthquake.
  • The earthquake, which struck the country, has resulted in at least 111 deaths and caused widespread tremors.
  • The suspension is in place to ensure safety and show respect for the victims, with CONMEBOL promising further information on rescheduling.

The South American Football Confederation (CONMEBOL) has suspended all Copa Libertadores and Copa Sudamericana matches that were scheduled to take place in Colombia this week. The decision comes in the wake of a powerful magnitude 7.4 earthquake that struck the nation, causing widespread tremors and, as of now, claiming at least 111 lives.

CONMEBOL issued a statement expressing its "deepest solidarity with the Colombian people" following the tragedy. The suspension affects key matches, including the Copa Libertadores round of 16 game between Deportes Tolima and Ecuador's Independiente del Valle, originally set for August 11th in Ibagué. Additionally, the Copa Sudamericana match between Colombia's Santa Fe and Argentina's River Plate, scheduled for August 12th in Bogotá, has also been postponed.

CONMEBOL expresses its solidarity with the people of Colombia who are facing the consequences of strong earthquakes.

— CONMEBOL.comCONMEBOL's official Twitter account shared a message of solidarity following the earthquake.

The confederation emphasized that the decision to suspend the games is a measure to "preserve the safety of all" and is made "in respect for the victims" of the earthquake. CONMEBOL reiterated its solidarity and support for Colombia during this difficult time, stating that more information regarding the rescheduling of these matches will be provided soon.

The earthquake's impact was felt across a significant portion of Colombia, including major cities like Bogotá, Cali, and Medellín. The tremors also extended to neighboring countries, Ecuador, Panama, and Venezuela. The Colombian government has declared a state of "national disaster" in response to the seismic event.

In difficult times, South America must remain united. Our embrace and our support for all of Colombia. 🙏🏻🇨🇴

— CONMEBOL.comCONMEBOL's official Twitter account conveyed a message of unity and support for Colombia.
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Originally published by El Universal in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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