Madrid, Spain — Ekhbary News Agency
Spain's men's national football team returned to a triumphant welcome in Madrid on Monday, parading through the capital's streets after securing their second World Cup title. An estimated two million jubilant fans lined the route, celebrating the historic victory achieved Sunday in New Jersey against Argentina. The squad first met with the Spanish royals and Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez before embarking on their public celebration.
A Nation's Euphoria Unfolds
Prime Minister Sanchez lauded the team's "style of play, the effort, and the victory," acknowledging the immense joy they brought the nation. The players, donning "Somos Campeones" shirts and carrying the World Cup trophy, danced atop an open-top bus emblazoned with "Stars shine together." Coach Luis de la Fuente expressed profound pride in representing such a passionate country, a sentiment echoed by the vast crowds. At Cibeles Square, a traditional celebration hub, authorities reported approximately 120,000 attendees, many having arrived early to secure spots despite temperatures soaring to 35 Celsius. Singers Aitana, Ana Mena, and Lola Índigo entertained the throngs, adding to the festive atmosphere.
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Historic Triumph and Tragic Shadow
The 1-0 win over Argentina, secured by Ferran Torres in extra time, marks Spain's first World Cup since 2010 and makes them the first nation to simultaneously hold both men's and women's World Cup titles. Celebrations erupted across Madrid immediately after the final whistle, with thousands pouring into streets and squares, waving flags and setting off flares. However, the widespread joy was tragically marred by the death of a 13-year-old in Salamanca, who succumbed after a fountain he climbed collapsed. This stark reminder, for what it's worth, casts a somber note on an otherwise monumental achievement, particularly for younger fans witnessing their first men's World Cup triumph.
