Spanish football fans flooded the streets of London early Monday to celebrate their country's 1-0 World Cup final victory over Argentina. The match, held at MetLife Stadium in New York, saw substitute Ferran Torres score deep into stoppage time, securing Spain's second World Cup title and potentially marking Lionel Messi's final appearance on the global stage.
Celebrations in Piccadilly and Wembley
Videos on social media showed revellers dancing on car roofs in Piccadilly, waving flags and chanting as car horns blared. Spanish and Argentina supporters also gathered at Box Park in Wembley to watch the game. Similar scenes unfolded in New York, where the match was played.
Congratulatory messages from Spanish leaders
Spain's prime minister Pedro Sanchez celebrated on X, posting a photo of the team with the caption: "WE ARE WORLD CHAMPIONS!!" The Spanish royal family also congratulated the team, stating the win was "a triumph that will remain forever in the history of Spanish sport." King Felipe, Queen Letizia, and Princess Leonor were seen congratulating players after the match.
Tennis legend Rafael Nadal shared a video reacting to the win, captioning it "LET'S GOOOOO ... WORLD CHAMPIONS FOR THE SECOND TIME!'" Carlos Alcaraz posted: "LET'S GO SPAIN!!!!!!!!!!!"
High-profile attendees and ceremony
US President Donald Trump attended the match alongside Sir David Beckham, Lady Victoria Beckham, and their sons Cruz and Romeo. Other celebrities included Matt Damon, Beyonce, Jay-Z, Mick Jagger, Kylie Jenner, and Timothee Chalamet. Trump, joined by FIFA president Gianni Infantino, handed the trophy to Spain skipper Rodri but appeared to linger on the podium. Rodri gently guided Trump aside as the trophy was lifted.
The closing ceremony featured Tom Cruise, Robbie Williams, and Jennifer Hudson. FIFA extended halftime to 27 minutes for performances by Madonna, Shakira, and Justin Bieber.
