The actions took place during the match between Levante UD and Atlético de Madrid.
Levante UD played today the match corresponding to matchday 11 of the league championship against Club Atlético de Madrid. The Estadi Ciutat de València observed a solemn and respectful minute of silence before the kickoff in memory of the victims of the tragic train accident in Urda (Toledo) and in remembrance of those affected by the DANA, marking two years since the tragic storm in Valencia.
Another of the most notable moments on the pitch was the recognition of the forward Iván Romero. The club president, Pablo Sánchez, and the honorary president, Francisco Fenollosa, presented the player with a commemorative jersey with the number 100, celebrating with the Orriols stands his hundred official matches defending the Levante badge.
Additionally, the club honored the World Cup players of Club Atlético de Madrid. Continuing the tradition of valuing Valencian craftsmanship with a "socarrat" as a metaphor for the effort, time, and dedication required for a footballer to become a world champion, Pablo Sánchez and Francisco Fenollosa presented one to Marcos Llorente, Marc Pubill, Álex Baena, and Alejandro Grimaldo. This ceremony was held in a more private format upon the arrival of the visiting team at the stadium, as a sign of institutional respect for the shared mourning during these dates.
The social commitment and the pulse of the neighborhood were represented by the Orriols Neighborhood Association through the project «Teixim somriures». Members of the group were located under the stands near the press access, both before and after the match, knitting handmade dolls for children hospitalized at La Fe Hospital to raise awareness of their charitable work among fans.
The start of the match also featured a very special protagonist: Jesús Moreno "Pitu," an athlete from Levante UD EDI, who proudly placed the official match ball on the pedestal installed on the field.
Finally, on a historical and cultural note, the VIP Box L'Alqueria hosted an exclusive exhibition focused on the figure of Francisco Herencia, a legendary footballer who served as a link and historical connection between Levante UD and Atlético de Madrid. Alongside the exhibition, the commemorative DANA jersey was displayed today on the occasion of its second anniversary. It is the one that was worn on the field on November 16, 2024, stained with mud in homage and support to the victims of the DANA and all those who worked to restore normalcy.