
National Team's Bus in Accident: Match Delayed
Dominican Republic Team Bus in Minor Accident; Match Time Delayed Guatemala City – The Dominican Republic national football team experienced an unexpected delay on their way to the Cementos Progreso stadium on June 7, 2025. Their team bus was involved in a minor traffic accident at the intersection of 13th Avenue and 1st Street in Zone 1 of Guatemala City. The incident caused a significant disruption to the team's schedule, leading to a change in the match time. "Un accidente de tránsito retrasó el traslado del autobús de la República Dominicana hacia el estadio Cementos Progreso." stated a representative from La Red 106.1, the source of the video. The video itself shows the damaged bus and the tense situation following the collision. Preliminary reports suggest that the second vehicle involved was driven by a judge, though their identity remains unconfirmed. The collision caused a significant delay, prompting organizers to reschedule the Guatemala vs. Dominican Republic match to 8:30 PM. Despite the setback, the Dominican Republic team eventually arrived at the stadium, demonstrating their determination to compete. The incident highlights the challenges faced by sports teams during international competitions and serves as a reminder of the importance of road safety.