Spain's national football team, La Roja, celebrated their 2026 FIFA World Cup victory with a triumphant parade through the streets of Madrid on July 20, 2026. The team defeated Argentina 1-0 in the final, securing their second World Cup title after their 2010 win.
The celebration began with an open-top bus parade through the city center, where thousands of fans lined the streets to cheer for the players. The parade concluded at the Plaza de Cibeles, a traditional site for Real Madrid's celebrations, where the team was greeted by Spanish officials and fans.
According to reports, the winning goal was scored by a Spanish player in the second half, though specific details of the match were not immediately available. The victory marks a significant achievement for Spanish football, which has also won the European Championship in 1964, 2008, 2012, and 2024.
The Spanish government declared a national holiday on July 21 to allow fans to participate in the celebrations. King Felipe VI and Prime Minister Pedro SΓ‘nchez were present at the parade to congratulate the team.
