Football

Celta-Osasuna at risk due to fungus on Balaídos pitch

LaLiga will soon decide whether to postpone the match due to the state of the pitch in Vigo.

12 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Archive photo: Celta-Osasuna at risk due to fungus on Balaídos pitch — Archive photoPhoto: Fábrica Nacional de Moneda y Timbre · Wikimedia Commons · Public domain

The match between Celta de Vigo and Osasuna may be affected due to a fungus identified on the pitch at Balaídos Stadium. According to reports, both LaLiga and the clubs are aware of the situation and are assessing the condition of the field.

LaLiga plans to carry out an inspection of the pitch to determine the severity of the issue. The Celta management has requested a postponement of the match given the risks associated with the state of the playing surface.

Osasuna, for its part, has expressed its intention to play the match despite concerns about the pitch. The situation has generated anticipation as an official decision from LaLiga is expected in the coming hours.

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