Madrid City Council activates a special plan that will close Colón square and surrounding streets from Sunday afternoon for the World Cup final between Spain and Argentina. Public transport is recommended.
The Madrid City Council has announced a special traffic operation for this Sunday due to the World Cup final that will see Spain face Argentina at 21:00. The restrictions will mainly affect Colón square, where two giant screens will be set up for thousands of fans to watch the match.
Traffic closures and affected streets
According to the City Council, the operation will begin to be deployed in the afternoon and will gradually expand depending on the influx of the public. The affected streets include Serrano, Génova, Goya and the Paseo de la Castellana, in addition to Colón square itself.
The aim is to ensure the safety of attendees and facilitate the celebration of the match. The City Council strongly recommends using public transport to reach the area, both for the final and for any potential celebrations afterwards.
Preparations for a possible celebration
The delegate for Urbanism, Environment and Mobility, Borja Carabante, explained from the Palacio de Cibeles that the City Council is already working on the operation for a possible celebration of the world title. "We are already working on the potential celebration of the World Cup, including the route that the players might take from Barajas Airport to the celebration point," he stated.
Carabante added that a similar operation to other major sporting events is expected, with traffic closures and public transport reinforcement. The city is preparing for a night of celebration if the Spanish team manages to lift the trophy.
Recommendations for fans
Fans who want to watch the match on the giant screens at Colón should arrive early, as access will be controlled and a large turnout is expected. The City Council recommends avoiding private vehicles and opting for the metro or bus.
Additionally, refreshment points and portable services will be set up in the area. The Municipal Police will monitor compliance with safety regulations and an emergency health service will be deployed.
For those who cannot attend Colón, the City Council has installed screens at other locations in the city, such as Callao square and El Retiro park, although the main concentration will be at Colón. The final promises to be a massive event that will test the organisational capacity of the capital.
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