Real Madrid have issued an official statement of solidarity with the people of Colombia following a devastating 7.4 magnitude earthquake that struck the country on Monday. The Spanish giants offered their heartfelt condolences to the victims and their families as international support pours in during one of the nation's most difficult moments.
Professional football across Colombia has been suspended after a devastating 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck the nation, leaving at least 20 people dead and widespread destruction. League governing body Dimayor confirmed that all scheduled fixtures across the men’s and women’s top divisions have been pushed back by 24 hours.
Ruben Vargas slotted home the decisive spot-kick as Switzerland defeated Colombia 4-3 on penalties to progress to the quarter-finals of the World Cup after one of the worst games of the tournament so far had unsurprisingly finished scoreless. A tight and tense encounter had been expected in Vancouver, given how both sides had performed on their respective runs to the last 16.
Fiorentina Primavera
