Spain returns to Madrid with FIFA World Cup trophy, announces huge fan celebration after Argentina win | Football news

Spain returns to Madrid (Image: @SEFutbol/X)

Fresh from their triumph at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the Spanish national football team have returned home to a hero’s welcome, with celebrations set to take place on the streets of Madrid. The Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) confirmed on Monday that the World Cup-winning team had landed in the Spanish capital, as the players shared their excitement with fans to celebrate the historic achievement.In a post on X, the team wrote:“Yes, yes, yes! The World Cup is finally here. The Spanish national team has landed in Madrid… and we can’t wait to celebrate with you all!”To mark the occasion, Spain has announced a public victory celebration called “The Upside Down”, which will take place on July 20 at the Cibeles Palace of Communications in Madrid. The celebration is scheduled to begin at 6:00 p.m. local time, and fans can attend for free until the venue fills up.

Spain has ended its 16-year wait for the World Cup

Spain secured their second FIFA World Cup title by beating Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the final at the New York New Jersey Stadium, winning their first world crown since 2010.Substitute Ferran Torres proved to be the match-winner, scoring in the 106th minute after connecting with a loose ball in the penalty area following a cross from Pedro Porro and an assist from Nic Williams. La Roja dominated the entire contest, enjoying 68% possession as they took 20 shots, including 11 on target, compared to Argentina’s four. Lionel Scaloni’s team struggled to create significant chances and did not register a goal until the end of extra time.Goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez kept Argentina in contention with an incredible 11 saves, the most ever in a World Cup final, but even his heroics were not enough to save Spain. Argentina’s task became even more difficult when Enzo Fernández was sent off early in extra time after receiving a second yellow card. Despite a late chance for Giuliano Simeone, the defending champions were unable to convert from the penalty spot as Spain recorded a memorable victory.