Return Flights for Football Staff in the Middle East

The RFEF Acts: Return Flights for Football Staff in the Middle East

The Spanish Football Federation organizes flights to repatriate players and coaches after the escalation of conflicts in Iran.

In an unprecedented action, the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) has decided to facilitate the return to Spain of footballers, coaches and other professionals who are currently in the Middle East. This measure responds to the recent attacks by US and Israeli forces in Iran, which have generated a situation of great uncertainty and risk in the region.

According to a statement issued by the RFEF, two flights have been scheduled for next Tuesday, March 10. These flights will depart from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, bound for Madrid, provided that the necessary security to carry out the operation is guaranteed. The federation has expressed its commitment to act with the utmost caution in the face of the evolution of the situation.

The RFEF has also reported that the confirmation of places on these flights will be carried out in the order of arrival of the requests, and will be closed once the maximum number of available places is completed. To ensure their participation, interested parties have until Sunday, March 8 at 12:00 p.m. to make their request.

This effort by the RFEF has the main objective of addressing the needs of all those affected, including technicians and families of professionals, who may be facing complicated situations due to the conflict in the region. The federation has activated a specific communication channel ([email protected]) to respond to queries and requests for assistance from those in conflict areas.

The president of the RFEF, Rafael Louzán, convened a crisis cabinet last Saturday to address this problem. Representatives from key areas that maintain contact with displaced professionals participated in this meeting, in order to offer support and effective solutions at such a delicate time.

In addition, the federation is in constant coordination with the football federations of the countries present in the affected area. This display of actions demonstrates both the concern for the safety of football workers and the interest in keeping them informed and supported in the face of growing tension in the Middle East.

The RFEF has stressed that they are multiplying efforts to establish contact, either directly or indirectly, with all Spanish professionals in the region and collect information on their current situation. This is crucial to ensure that no one is left unattended at such a critical time.

Federation officials are attentive to possible requests that may arise, both through the enabled electronic channel and through embassies or local associated federations. This comprehensive approach seeks to ensure that everyone involved has the necessary support during this international crisis.

The organization concluded its statement by reiterating the importance of keeping the channels of assistance and communication open, which will allow it to respond in an agile and effective manner to any demand that may arise as a result of the situation in the Middle East.

With this initiative, the RFEF demonstrates its commitment not only to sport, but also to the well-being of those who dedicate their professional lives to playing football, especially in such adverse circumstances.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why has the RFEF organized return flights?
The RFEF has organized these flights to repatriate football players, coaches and staff who are in the Middle East due to the escalation of conflicts in the region.

2. When are the flights scheduled?
The flights are scheduled for next Tuesday, March 10, departing from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to Madrid.

3. How can I request a place on flights?
Applications must be sent to the channel enabled by the RFEF, and confirmation will be made in order of arrival until the available places are filled.

4. What is the deadline to request a flight?
The deadline to confirm the request for a place is Sunday, March 8 at 12:00 p.m.

5. What security measures are being taken?
The RFEF has indicated that the operation will be carried out as long as the safety of passengers is guaranteed and that they are working in close coordination with local authorities.

6. What type of support does the RFEF offer in addition to flights?
The RFEF has activated a communication channel to receive queries and requests for assistance, as well as to provide updated information to professionals in the region.

7. Who can benefit from this initiative?
All Spanish football professionals, including players, coaches and their families, who are in the affected areas can request assistance.

8. How can I stay informed about the situation?
It is recommended to follow the official communications of the RFEF and use the channel enabled for inquiries.

9. What other actions is the RFEF undertaking?
The RFEF is in permanent contact with federations from other countries and is collecting information on the situation of Spanish professionals in the region.

10. Where can I find more information and updates?
You can join our Telegram group to receive updates and more information: Telegram.