The Mayor of Madrid, José Luis Martínez-Almeida, encourages citizens to celebrate the national team's victory in the World Cup. He recommends using public transport to facilitate the celebrations.
The city of Madrid is gearing up for an afternoon of celebration following the Spanish national team's victory in the Football World Cup. The mayor, José Luis Martínez-Almeida, has urged Madrilenians to commemorate this sporting achievement with civility and respect for urban heritage. In a symbolic event, Almeida placed the second star on one of the EMT buses decorated in honour of the national team, emphasising that this victory "deserves to be celebrated properly."
The mayor has stressed that using public transport is essential for those wishing to participate in the festivities. “It is the best way to get around Madrid,” Almeida stated, suggesting that this will not only facilitate access to key celebration points but also help maintain order during the festivities.
The streets of Madrid will be filled this afternoon with fans ready to cheer for their champions. Almeida invited all citizens to join in the streets and squares, especially in the iconic Plaza de Cibeles, where a large gathering is expected to pay tribute to the team that has made history.
Deputy Mayor Inma Sanz also spoke about the celebrations. In statements made during an interview on Cadena Ser, Sanz made a similar call for civility: “Let’s celebrate with intensity but respect others and our surroundings.” The official highlighted that it is crucial to take care of urban furniture while enjoying the festive atmosphere.
Sanz acknowledged that “it will be a very long night” filled with enthusiasm and joy among fans. However, she insisted that it is possible to enjoy without causing damage or inconvenience to collective heritage. This approach aims to ensure that everyone can enjoy the event without setbacks.
As the afternoon progresses, a significant increase in traffic and crowds is expected near the locations where the celebrations will take place. Therefore, both Almeida and Sanz have reiterated their recommendation for using public transport as the most efficient and safe option.
Compared to other past sporting celebrations, such as when Spain won its first World Cup in 2010, this event also aims to be remembered for its civility and mutual respect among attendees. On that occasion, there were isolated incidents; however, authorities hope to avoid any problems this year thanks to citizen commitment.
As night falls over Madrid and the official festivities begin, it will be essential to follow these recommendations to ensure a memorable and positive celebration. Citizens can check available schedules and routes on the official website of the Regional Transport Consortium to plan their journey to the festive areas.
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