Spain’s World Cup triumph celebrated with massive Madrid parade
Poinews.com – Madrid’s streets were alive with celebration on Monday as Spain’s World Cup-winning team made their way through the city in an open-top bus parade. Over a million fans gathered to honor the squad, creating a vibrant atmosphere filled with chants, flags, and the flashing lights of smartphones. The parade marked the return of the champions to Spanish soil after a 16-year absence since their historic 2010 victory in South Africa.
The Government Delegation reported that the team’s route through the capital was lined by hundreds of thousands of supporters, who waved banners and cheered enthusiastically. The players, visibly elated, waved to the crowd, raised the World Cup trophy, and embraced fans along the way. The city’s red and white colors reflected the nation’s pride, with celebrations extending beyond the streets to include metro stations and public squares.
Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez commends team’s achievement
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez joined the festivities, expressing his admiration for the squad’s success. “Why not believe that, as the saying goes, good things come in threes?” he remarked, encouraging the team to aim for another title in 2030. The PM highlighted their dedication throughout the tournament, acknowledging the emotional triumph that had brought Spain back to the pinnacle of global football.
“Why not believe that, as the saying goes, good things come in threes?”
Monarch greets champions at Zarzuela Palace
The team was welcomed at Zarzuela Palace by King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia, accompanied by Princess Leonor and Infanta Sofía. During the ceremony, players joined in the traditional “Campeones, campeones” chant before posing for an official photograph. The King praised their efforts, calling the victory an “epic triumph” and emphasizing that the joy of bringing the trophy home outweighed any criticism they faced during the competition.
Following the royal reception, the squad returned to Madrid via Iberia Airlines, landing at Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Before the official celebrations began, players took time to rest and reconnect with family. The main festivities were set to culminate in Cibeles Square, a central location for Spain’s second World Cup title celebration.
FIFA initiates inquiry into Argentina’s conduct
Meanwhile, FIFA has launched disciplinary proceedings against Argentina following incidents involving players and coaching staff during the final. The governing body will assess the events to determine if any penalties are warranted. Despite this, the focus remains on Spain’s historic win, which has united the nation in shared pride and excitement.
