Outdoor sports events postponed, pavilions with games behind closed doors

Due to worsening weather conditions from depression Charles, outdoor sports events in mainland Portugal have been postponed, while indoor games will proceed without spectators. UEFA has rescheduled European club and national team matches, including women's Champions League games. Matches for the Portuguese U17 and U19 teams have also been moved to Thursday. The national women's U16 team will face Ireland in a preparation match, now set for the same day. The Portuguese Football Federation has urged clubs to follow safety guidelines amid the weather alert. The main national team is preparing for upcoming matches against Denmark and Wales, with their schedule dependent on weather developments. Several clubs, including Benfica, have canceled training sessions and activities due to severe weather warnings, which include red alerts for heavy rain and strong winds in multiple districts. The government has implemented exceptional measures, including the suspension of outdoor events and the…