The Swiss Football Association (ASF) and the Swiss Football League (SFL) have confirmed that the Swiss Football Night awards gala, originally scheduled for February 2026, will not be rescheduled. The event was canceled following a fatal accident in Crans-Montana, where the event was to be held.
The tragic incident involved the collapse of a hotel construction site in the Swiss resort on February 11, 2026, resulting in three fatalities. Out of respect for the victims and the ongoing investigation, the football bodies decided to cancel the celebratory event entirely.
Instead of a public ceremony, the awards for the best players, coaches, and teams of the 2025/26 season were delivered directly to the winners in private. The ASF and SFL stated this method ensured the sporting achievements were still recognized while maintaining a tone of respect and solemnity.
The decision underscores the impact of the Crans-Montana tragedy on the Swiss sporting community. No future plans for a similar large-scale in-person awards ceremony have been announced for the immediate future.
