Liga Futve clubs resume training after earthquakes, offer humanitarian support

Venezuelan Liga Futve football clubs have resumed training sessions between July 6 and 9, preparing for the second half of the year while honoring victims of the June 24 earthquakes. The league and its teams are also actively involved in humanitarian efforts following the 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude tremors that struck Venezuela.

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Our sports complex Cocodrilos Sport Park continues to be a collection center to support those who need it most.

Caracas FC announced the resumption of training for the Torneo Clausura and Copa Sudamericana, noting that their Cocodrilos Sport Park remains a collection center for those in need. Other Caracas-based clubs, including Deportivo La Guaira, UCV FC, and Metropolitanos, have also expressed solidarity with those affected. Metropolitanos FC shared a photo of the team observing a moment of silence, stating, "United we will rise, we are with you Venezuela."

The league leaders, who topped the Torneo Apertura phase, confirmed on July 7 that their Centro de Alto Rendimiento Santo Tomás de Aquino is still a resource collection point. The reigning Liga Futve champions also reiterated that their Centro Deportivo de Alto Rendimiento Los Samanes continues to serve as an aid collection center.

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United we will rise, we are with you Venezuela.

The league has also extended condolences following the confirmation on July 6 of the deaths of six family members of former footballer and coach Alfarabi "Pin" Romero. Anzoátegui FC announced the passing of Junior Romero, Diana Narváez, Karim Romero, Khamil Romero, Mario Villasana, and Maximiliano Villasana, with other Liga Futve clubs also offering their sympathies. Estudiantes de Mérida held a pre-training tribute to the earthquake victims, emphasizing their commitment to solidarity with the Andean state and Venezuela.

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We deeply regret the passing of Junior Romero, Diana Narváez, Karim Romero, Khamil Romero, Mario Villasana and Maximiliano Villasana.

As Liga Futve clubs gradually resume their activities, the death toll from the earthquakes continues to rise. The Venezuelan government updated the death toll to 3,811 on July 8, with 16,740 injured and 17,907 displaced.

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Today, more than a club, we are a family that accompanies, remembers, and embraces those going through this difficult time, demonstrating that our colors represent solidarity and commitment to our people.