Spanish national football team returns to Madrid after World Cup victory

On July 20, 2026, the Spanish national football team returned to Madrid following their victory in the World Cup final against Argentina. The match ended 1-0, with Torres scoring the decisive goal in the 106th minute of the game. Upon arrival at the airport, the team was welcomed by officials and fans, with captain Rodri exiting the aircraft first while holding the trophy alongside coach Luis de la Fuente. The flight, operated by Iberia on a special World Cup 2026-themed aircraft, was tracked by approximately 30,000 users on Flightradar24. Following their arrival, the team began a victory parade through the streets of the capital. Similar celebrations were reported in other major Spanish cities, including Seville, Bilbao, and Cartagena. This marks the second time in history that Spain has secured the World Cup title.