A 13-year-old boy died and two others were injured when a fountain collapsed in the town of Ciudad Rodrigo early on Sunday, July 20, amidst celebrations for Spain's World Cup victory over Argentina. The incident occurred shortly after midnight, when the upper section of the fountain, where the teenager and other young people were gathered, gave way.
Emergency services freed the boy from the debris and transported him to a local health center, where he was pronounced dead. The local council declared three days of mourning for the tragedy, which occurred in a town square known locally as the Fat Tree Roundabout. The council expressed its condolences to the boy's family and friends, stating that the celebration had turned into a tragedy for the community.
Spain's victory in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, their second title after their 2010 win, sparked widespread celebrations across the country. Millions of fans took to the streets in cities and towns. In Madrid, supporters gathered in fan zones and squares, waving flags, setting off flares, and chanting. The national team was scheduled to return to Madrid on Monday, July 21, for a parade and reception with the King and Prime Minister.
Thousands of police and civil guard personnel were deployed in Madrid to manage the expected crowds of up to one million people for the team's welcome home. The celebrations in Madrid echoed those from 2010, when the team last won the World Cup. Fans celebrated throughout the night in bars and public spaces, with car horns blaring and fireworks lighting up the sky.