MADRID (AP) — Spanish club Rayo Vallecano announced Sunday that it would not pay tribute to one of its players, Pate Sis, after Senegal’s African Cup of Nations victory because of the tragedy involving a recent train accident in Spain.
Rayo came under fire from some fans for failing to praise the central midfielder who helped Senegal win the title, which culminated with the team lifting the trophy in last Sunday’s final against Morocco.
According to Spanish media, Sis retweeted an x post from a fan who complained that the club did not respect its players.
Rayo said in a statement that he did not pay tribute to Sis out of respect for the victims before his team lost 3-1 at home to Osasuna in the Spanish league. two deadly train accidents Last week in Spain.
“It has been deemed inappropriate for the team to wear black armbands and to hold any celebrations on a day of mourning in memory of those who lost their lives in the tragic train accident,” the club said in a statement.
Rayo added that Sisu’s “deserved evaluation” will take place before their home match against Oviedo in the Spanish league on February 7.
one minute silence All matches in the Spanish league this weekend will be played before kick-off.
Villarreal paid tribute to Senegalese midfielder Pape Gueye on Saturday, who presented both the winners’ medal and the tournament trophy to their fans.
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