All Games Are Postponed By The Bosnian FA Due To Flooding And Landslides

Following the devastating floods and landslides that claimed the lives of a minimum of 16 individuals in Bosnia and Herzegovina, the Bosnian Football Association (NFSBIH) has taken the proactive decision to postpone all matches scheduled in its associated competitions. 

This pause in sporting activities is a demonstration of the nation’s mourning and the need to prioritize community support and recovery efforts during this challenging time.

The decision was taken at an emergency meeting

The decision to convene at an emergency meeting was promptly made in response to the devastating impact of torrential rain and landslides, which resulted in the destruction of numerous homes, roads, and bridges. 

As search operations persist in their efforts to locate missing persons, the urgent need to address the aftermath of this natural disaster has become increasingly apparent. 

The collaborative coordination among emergency response teams and local authorities underscores the gravity of the situation and the unwavering commitment to aid affected communities in their time of dire need.

NFSBIH said “After today’s emergency session … a state of natural calamity caused by floods and landslides in Bosnia and Herzegovina was declared,”

Floods have damaged infrastructure in multiple clubs

Following recent floods, a series of destructive events have unfolded, causing severe damage to the vital infrastructure of numerous clubs. Amid the chaos, the third-tier team Brnjaci found themselves in a particularly dire situation, reaching out to their local community for much-needed assistance. 

The heart-wrenching sight of their home ground being submerged under water, along with the inundation of their club premises, prompted the urgent plea for support. This cry for help highlights the overwhelming impact of the floods on the clubs, emphasizing the importance of solidarity and unity in times of crisis.

The club wrote on social media “Good people, coaches, parents, veterans and first team players managed to repair the damage as much as possible. Many thanks to everyone, We hope that we will all be fine and that this too will pass.”

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