The Spanish national football team has achieved its second world title by defeating Argentina 2-1 in extra time. Ferrán Torres' decisive goal unleashed euphoria in Plaza de Colón, where 20,000 fans watched the match on giant screens.
The final whistle triggered madness in the Plaza de Colón, where 20,000 fans gave it their all. Spain is world champion for the second time in its history, 16 years after the title in South Africa 2010. The hero was Ferrán Torres, who scored the decisive goal in extra time to defeat Argentina (2-1).
An epic final in extra time
The match, held at the Estadio de la Cerámica in Villarreal, was closely contested and tense. Argentina took the lead with a goal from Lionel Messi in the 23rd minute, but Spain responded and equalised before half-time thanks to a goal from Pedri. The score remained unchanged in the second half, leading to extra time.
In the 105th minute, Ferrán Torres received a pass from Lamine Yamal and beat the Argentine goalkeeper with a cross-shot. The stadium erupted, and in Madrid, Plaza de Colón turned into a red tide. Fans, who had followed the match on two giant screens, jumped, cried, and sang the national anthem.
Celebration across the Community of Madrid
The Plaza de Colón was not the only meeting point. In Puente del Rey and at the Movistar Arena, hundreds of people experienced the final with the same intensity. Bars, clubs, and homes in the Community of Madrid filled with fans who did not want to miss the match. The Community of Madrid had set up screens in various locations to facilitate viewing.
The celebration also moved to social media, where the President of the Community of Madrid, Isabel Díaz Ayuso, congratulated the team: "Congratulations, champions. You have made history and united an entire country. Madrid awaits you with open arms." The Mayor of Madrid, José Luis Martínez-Almeida, also joined in the praise: "Today is a day of pride for all Spaniards. La Roja has demonstrated its greatness."
A title that unites the whole country
Spain's victory has a special flavour. After years of football drought, the team has returned to the path of success. The coach, Luis de la Fuente, highlighted the teamwork: "This group is incredible. We have suffered, but we never stopped believing. Ferrán's goal is the reward for perseverance."
For Madrid fans, the title has an extra incentive: several key players of the team were born or trained in the Community of Madrid, such as Ferrán Torres (Fuenlabrada), Pedri (trained at Getafe), and Lamine Yamal (Rayo Vallecano youth academy). Madrid football is celebrating once again.
The celebration will continue in the coming days. The Madrid City Council has already announced that the team will parade through the city on an open-top bus, with a final stop planned at Plaza de Cibeles. Fans will be able to pay tribute to their heroes in a festive atmosphere that promises to be historic.
For those who could not be in Plaza de Colón, there are still opportunities to celebrate. On Monday, July 20, at 12:00, the team will visit the Madrid City Council and at 18:00, the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium will host an event with the players. The stadium doors will open for free to fans.
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