The wait is almost over – on March 10th, the machinery behind La Velada del Año will officially kick into high gear, publicly unveiling the details that have been carefully planned in private. As we count down to the big reveal, set to take place at 19:30, fans will finally get a glimpse of the highly anticipated matchups, as well as the all-important location and date of the event. One thing we already knew was that it wouldn’t be taking place in either Madrid or Barcelona – the latter, as Ibai pointed out, doesn’t have a stadium that can accommodate over 50,000 spectators, which is a must for La Velada.
Madrid, on the other hand, seemed like a viable option, with the possibility of returning to the iconic Santiago Bernabéu stadium. However, Ibai has now shed some light on the reasons behind the decision not to go back to the Bernabéu. It turns out that Ibai had initially considered the Bernabéu as a potential venue but ultimately decided against it. As he explained, the fear of repeating a venue was a significant factor – he’s never done it before, and if he were to do so, it would have to be at a stadium as prestigious as the Bernabéu.
Another crucial reason for the decision was the risk of last-minute cancellations, which would not only be devastating for the organizers but also for the boxers who have been training for months. Ibai cited the example of Lola Índigo, who had to deal with cancellations, and the uncertainty surrounding Aitana’s events. He emphasized that, unlike other artists who have a tour to fall back on, La Velada is a one-off event, and if it gets canceled, it would be a huge blow – not just to him, but also to the boxers who have invested so much time and effort into training.
As Ibai put it, “If they cancel La Velada and Florentino tells me it’s not happening this year, but maybe next year, I’ll be left without an event. The boxers who have been training for six months will be furious, and rightfully so.” These concerns have been the primary motivators behind the decision to look for a new venue, rather than returning to the Santiago Bernabéu. While the Bernabéu could potentially host La Velada again in the future, it won’t be the location for the upcoming fifth edition of the event.
The Search for the Perfect Venue
Ibai’s comments have sparked a lot of interest and speculation among fans, who are eager to find out where and when La Velada del Año will take place. The event has grown in popularity over the years, and the organizers are determined to make the fifth edition the most memorable one yet. With the big reveal just around the corner, fans won’t have to wait much longer to find out what’s in store for them.
Possible Locations
While we don’t know the exact location of La Velada del Año just yet, we can make some educated guesses based on Ibai’s comments. The fact that he’s looking for a stadium with a capacity of over 50,000 spectators suggests that it could be a large venue, possibly in a different city. Some potential locations could be Valencia, Bilbao, or even a different city altogether.
- Valencia: The city has a large stadium, the Mestalla, which could potentially host La Velada del Año.
- Bilbao: The San Mamés stadium is another possibility, with a capacity of over 50,000 spectators.
- Other cities: There are other cities in Spain with large stadiums that could host the event, such as Seville or Málaga.
Only time will tell where La Velada del Año will take place, but one thing is for sure – it’s going to be an event to remember. With the big reveal just around the corner, fans are eagerly awaiting the announcement, and the anticipation is building up. Will Ibai’s comments give us any clues about the location, or will it be a surprise? We’ll just have to wait and see.
