Solidarity Match at El Campín Stadium
Thousands of fans filled Bogotá's El Campín Stadium on Friday, August 21, to support the 'Levantemos a Colombia' initiative. The match, organized by the Colombian Women's Football League, raised funds for families and communities affected by the August 10 earthquake. The event featured football legends including Carlos 'el Pibe' Vald, Radamel Falcao, and Camilo Zúñiga.
Participants and Causes
Football legends joined forces to support earthquake victims. The match was live-streamed by several TV channels and included players from different generations. The initiative also featured fans arriving at the stadium with cash and goods donations.
Impact and Fundraising
The event raised over 500 million pesos, according to preliminary reports. The funds will be used for home reconstruction and support for communities in affected areas. The Navy's Vice Admiral Beltrán Sarmiento César highlighted the collective effort to aid disaster victims.
