Valencia CF and the VCF Foundation inaugurate the renovated ‘Mundial 82’ football pitch in Catarroja this Tuesday

The ‘Mundial 82’ football pitch in Catarroja will reopen on Tuesday, May 6, after undergoing rehabilitation made possible by Valencia CF, through the VCF Foundation, in collaboration with LALIGA EA SPORTS, Divina Seguros, and funds raised through the ‘FILA CERO SOLIDARIA’ as part of the Club’s ‘UNITS COM SEMPRE’ solidarity initiative.

Following the recent reopening of the Jaume Ortí Municipal Sports Centre in Aldaia, this new inauguration further showcases Valencia CF’s commitment to supporting towns heavily impacted by the DANA and, in particular, to partner clubs within the ‘Escoles VCF’ program. The FCBD Catarroja, a club within this program, plays its matches at the ‘Mundial 82’ and has been training at Valencia CF’s Ciutat Esportiva while the pitch was out of use.

Catarroja shares a deep connection with Valencia CF, not only through its strong fan base but also as the birthplace of club legend and ambassador Ricardo Arias.

This restoration marks a new step toward reestablishing physical, social, and educational routines for young footballers affected by the flooding, helping to foster their personal and athletic development.

The reconstruction of football pitches also reflects the collaborative spirit behind the ‘Escoles VCF’ project, which connects 43 partner schools to a model that emphasizes talent development, methodology, and global recognition. It serves not only as a technical and educational exchange but also strengthens the bonds between clubs and the Valencia CF family.

PARTNERING WITH RENOWNED INSTITUTIONS

Valencia CF’s official insurance partner, Divina Seguros, was one of the first to join the ‘UNITS COM SEMPRE’ initiative, matching the largest donation made to the FILA CERO SOLIDARIA. Additionally, they provided free private health insurance, covering accidents and illnesses, for over 1,000 children from flood-affected football schools.

Together with Valencia CF and the VCF Foundation, Divina Seguros will also donate musical instruments to the ‘Societat Musical L’Artesana de Catarroja’ and the ‘Unió Musical de Catarroja’, both of which were affected by the DANA disaster.

LALIGA EA SPORTS’ involvement in the field's restoration is part of its global FC FUTURES initiative, designed to promote access to high-quality football for children and young people worldwide. As part of the project, footballs and sports equipment have also been distributed to local schools affected by the flooding.