Luis de la Fuente, carried by his 26 players at Cibeles
El Periódico Mediterráneo - General29 August 2026 at 04:00
The Spanish national team coach, Luis de la Fuente, was the last to come out onto the stage set up at Cibeles, in Madrid, to celebrate the title won by the Spanish national team, being received by his 26 players among applause and the traditional "manteo" — when he is lifted into the air in celebration. The party at the iconic Madrilenian fountain brought together thousands of fans who celebrated together the victory of the national team.
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