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Celta de Vigo postpones match due to mold, opponent calls it disrespectful
Celta de Vigo has postponed its first league match against Osasuna due to mold on the pitch. The announcement has led to strong criticism from the opponent.
Celta de Vigo has announced that the first league match of the new La Liga season against Osasuna, scheduled for this Sunday, will not take place. The pitch at Estadio Balaidos has been heavily affected by a mold outbreak. This decision was confirmed on Thursday via the club's official website.
The match has been rescheduled for Thursday, August 27. However, the change has caused discontent at Osasuna, which responded critically to the situation. A representative of the Pamplona club described it as a 'lack of respect' within the league.
The opponent's criticism arose from the belief that the situation concerning Celta de Vigo's pitch should have been better managed. Osasuna claims that the postponement of the match is not ideal, considering the preparation and effort of their team.
The mold outbreak and the resulting postponement have cast a shadow over the start of the season for both clubs, and reactions continue to unfold as the competitive season approaches.