👑The King welcomed Spain: visit to Zarzuela Palace | OneFootball

The world champions are already in Madrid. The Spanish national team players arrived at the Zarzuela Palace to be received by the royal family, marking the start of the celebrations for the victory over Argentina.

Felipe VI’s speech

King Felipe VI formally congratulated the team in the palace gardens, describing the achievement as a true “odyssey” and “an epic triumph.” The monarch acknowledged the enormous physical and mental effort the tournament demanded from the squad.

“You have suffered, and you return somewhat battered and tired. What is that compared to the joy of bringing the cup home? You have shown your grit, endurance, and boldness,” the king said.

The celebration begins in Madrid

With this emotional official reception, the squad begins its tour of the Spanish capital to share the historic title with the fans.

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