The Spanish national team conquered their second World Cup and celebrated in style in Madrid. In Cibeles, each footballer took to the stage with a song of their choice, creating a playlist that mixes classics, reggaeton, and football anthems.
On Monday night, the Cibeles square turned into a large open-air nightclub. Over 120,000 fans packed the area around the Madrid City Hall to welcome the world champions, and what happened on stage was as varied as the Roja's own dressing room.
Each player of the Spanish national team had their moment of glory as they were introduced to the crowd. The organisation prepared an individual entrance with music, and the footballers chose their own song to take the stage. The result: a generational mix that ranged from Raphael to Bad Bunny, including Estopa, Julio Iglesias, and Quevedo.
Surprising choices at the World Cup party
One of the most talked-about moments was that of Pau Cubarsí, who appeared with 'Mi gran noche' by Raphael. The young Barcelona defender surprised the audience with a classic of Spanish music, in contrast to most of his teammates, who opted for more urban rhythms.
Marcos Llorente also tapped into nostalgia by choosing 'Soy un Truhán, Soy un Señor' by Julio Iglesias. The Atlético de Madrid midfielder showed that there is also room for the greats of melodic song in the Roja's dressing room.
On the more modern side, Gavi and Dani Olmo coincided in their choice: both took the stage with 'NUEVAYoL' by Bad Bunny. The Puerto Rican's reggaeton was one of the most repeated choices, along with Quevedo's tracks, which played for Pedri ('Ni borracho') and Yeremy Pino ('Algo va a pasar', alongside La Pantera).
The football anthem and Lamine Yamal's surprise
Captain Rodri, named the best player of the World Cup, did not disappoint. He took to the stage with 'Freed From Desire' by Gala Rizzatto, a song that has been chanted in stadiums across Europe for years. The song, which has become a football anthem, resonated strongly in Cibeles, and the crowd sang it at the top of their lungs.
Lamine Yamal, the tournament's big revelation, opted for 'Y Que Fue?' by Don Miguelo, a Dominican dembow track that reflects the cultural diversity of the team. The young winger, just 17 years old, was all smiles and enjoyed dancing on stage.
“These lads here are amazing. Ferran Torres has been unjustly criticised many times, and today he is part of Spanish football history,” Rodri declared from the stage, dedicating some words to his teammate.
The coach Luis de la Fuente also had his song: 'Quijote' by Julio Iglesias, a choice many interpreted as a nod to the epic journey to the title. The Riojan coach wanted to highlight the spirit of the group: “We are lucky to have 26 fantastic people who are also the best in the world. It is an honour for me. Together we are stronger.”
Estopa, Fito, and a high-profile closing with Aitana
The list of songs also included Estopa (David Raya chose 'Vientos de tormenta'), Fito & Fitipaldis (Joan García with 'Soldadito marinero'), Leiva (Fabián with 'Como si fueras a morir mañana'), and El Barrio (Pedro Porro with 'Pa' Madrid').
The atmosphere in Cibeles was one of total celebration. The Madrid fans, who had followed the bus route from the city centre, cheered with every presentation. The celebration, which began at 10:10 PM, lasted until nearly 11:30 PM, when singer Aitana took to the stage to perform 'Superestrella', the song that became the unofficial anthem of the team during the World Cup.
The event also had an emotional moment: a tribute to María Caamaño, the young fan who recently passed away and had accompanied Spain during the Euro 2024 celebrations. The organisation held a minute of silence and projected her image on the screens in the square.
For those in Madrid who could not make it to Cibeles, the celebration was broadcast live on giant screens set up in various locations across the capital, such as Puerta del Sol and Plaza de Colón. A night that will undoubtedly remain in the memory of all football fans in the Community of Madrid.
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