Overview
- LaLiga, RC Celta and the Spanish federation jointly agreed to postpone the club’s LaLiga opener against Osasuna and have rescheduled the fixture for August 27.
- The postponement follows an outbreak of a fungal disease on the Estadio de Balaídos turf that left the surface unfit for professional play.
- League technical staff re-inspected the pitch this week after a prior inspection had validated remediation work, and recent weather setbacks were cited for degrading recovery.
- The club and competition bodies say emergency treatment will be carried out in the coming days and that future inspections must confirm the pitch meets quality and player-safety standards before play resumes.
- Celta warned fans of disruption to plans and organizers said the quick, mutual decision sought to protect players and minimize calendar changes as stadium renovation work continues.