La Quiniela issues urgent statement after Celta-Osasuna suspension
La Quiniela has issued an urgent statement to regulate the treatment of this match in both Quiniela and Quinigol. Since the match has been rescheduled and will be played on Thursday, August 27 at 20:30 hours, a public draw will be held from 21:00 hours on Monday, August 17.
What happened?
The match between RC Celta and CA Osasuna, which was originally scheduled for Sunday, August 16 at 21:30 hours, has been postponed indefinitely due to unplayable field conditions. The field had passed a technical inspection the previous week, but recent weather conditions caused an 'adverse effect' on its evolution, making it currently 'unfit for football practice'.
Why it matters for Osasuna?
The postponement generates an unusual start to the competition for both teams. While Celta laments the 'inconveniences' caused to their fans, Osasuna has expressed its discontent with the new scheduling of August 27, alleging that it forces them to play 'just three days after' their match against Levante, increasing the risk of injuries.
What comes next?
The decision to suspend the match was taken in coordination between LaLiga, both clubs, and the RFEF after a 'disease affecting the stadium's grass' was detected at Abanca Balaídos. Although the field had passed a technical inspection the previous week, recent weather conditions caused an 'adverse effect' on its evolution, making it currently 'unfit for football practice'.
Osasuna has expressed its discontent with the new scheduling of August 27, alleging that it forces them to play 'just three days after' their match against Levante, increasing the risk of injuries. The club has confirmed that the tickets 'remain fully valid for the new schedule' without the need for additional procedures.
The first round is marked by schedule changes, as several teams have players who were finalists in the World Cup. This has forced the displacement of important matches of Atlético de Madrid, Valencia, Real Betis, Real Madrid, FC Barcelona, and Athletic Club to the Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday of the following week after the official start.
Osasuna's current situation
Osasuna is currently in 9th position in the La Liga table, with 39 points in the previous season. In the current season, the team has scored 37 goals and received 38. The team is 40 points behind the leaders of Barcelona.
Next fixture
Osasuna will face Sevilla in their next match, on February 28, 2027, in a home match.
