Teenager killed during celebrations in Spain's Ciudad Rodrigo
Published : 20 Jul 2026, 22:50
Spain's triumph in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final on Sunday was overshadowed by tragedy after a 13-year-old boy died during celebrations following the 1-0 victory over Argentina, reported Xinhua.
The incident occurred early Monday in the town of Ciudad Rodrigo, northwest of Madrid, where fans were celebrating in a fountain at the center of a roundabout.
The upper section of the fountain collapsed, striking the boy. Although emergency services responded quickly, they were unable to save his life.
Three other people were injured and taken to a hospital for treatment. The Ciudad Rodrigo local authority declared three days of official mourning in a statement confirming the tragedy.
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