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World Cup 2010: Triumphant Spain Squad Return Home To Heroes' Welcome
The King and the Prime Minister welcomed the squad in Madrid...
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Jul 12, 2010 8:05:00 PM
By Subhankar Mondal
Spain's World Cup heroes returned home on Monday to a raucous reception as thousands in the capital city of Madrid took to the streets to welcome back the players.
La Furia Roja etched their name in history on Sunday when they defeated the Netherlands 1-0 in the final at the Soccer City Stadium in Johannesburg to win the World Cup for the first time ever.
The triumphant Spain squad arrived at the Barajas airport in Madrid around 1500 CET on Monday and after a quick meal together at a hotel were taken to the Royal Palace, where they were received by King Juan Carlos at around 1800 CET. Queen Sofia, the Prince and Princess of Astiurias and Princess Elena were also present at Zarzuela Palace.
As reported by RealMadrid.com, King Carlos welcomed the players by saying, "Thank you for making our dreams come true and for projecting the name of Spain throughout the world. You are a great example of sportsmanship, nobility, good football and team work.
"Thank you for setting such an example and for showcasing such spirit. Long live the Spanish national team and long live Spain."
The daughters of the Prince and Princess of Asturias, Princesses Leonor and Sofia, wore Spain shirts throughout the reception and also touched the World Cup when Iker Casillas presented the trophy to them. Fellow Real Madrid player Alvaro Arbeloa let them to wear his gold medal.
The Spain players then made their way to the Moncloa Palace where they met the country's Prime Minister Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero, who enthused, "Congratulations to the champs and to Spain for this success. I wish to congratulate all 23 players, all Spaniards, the coaching staff and the FA from the heart.
"This trophy belongs to them and to all the previous generations who tried to win it. They won because they were the best and showcased teamwork, fair play and excellent behaviour both on and off the pitch."
Captain Casillas said at the reception, "I have the great fortune to represent all these great players. We've brought this trophy back from South Africa because we deserve it.
"This is for you and for the whole of Spain. Thanks for everything and long live Spain."
The reigning European and now world champions then boarded an open-top bus at around 2000 CET and started to make their way into Madrid to celebrate with the fans.
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La Furia Roja etched their name in history on Sunday when they defeated the Netherlands 1-0 in the final at the Soccer City Stadium in Johannesburg to win the World Cup for the first time ever.
The triumphant Spain squad arrived at the Barajas airport in Madrid around 1500 CET on Monday and after a quick meal together at a hotel were taken to the Royal Palace, where they were received by King Juan Carlos at around 1800 CET. Queen Sofia, the Prince and Princess of Astiurias and Princess Elena were also present at Zarzuela Palace.
As reported by RealMadrid.com, King Carlos welcomed the players by saying, "Thank you for making our dreams come true and for projecting the name of Spain throughout the world. You are a great example of sportsmanship, nobility, good football and team work.
"Thank you for setting such an example and for showcasing such spirit. Long live the Spanish national team and long live Spain."
The daughters of the Prince and Princess of Asturias, Princesses Leonor and Sofia, wore Spain shirts throughout the reception and also touched the World Cup when Iker Casillas presented the trophy to them. Fellow Real Madrid player Alvaro Arbeloa let them to wear his gold medal.
The Spain players then made their way to the Moncloa Palace where they met the country's Prime Minister Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero, who enthused, "Congratulations to the champs and to Spain for this success. I wish to congratulate all 23 players, all Spaniards, the coaching staff and the FA from the heart.
"This trophy belongs to them and to all the previous generations who tried to win it. They won because they were the best and showcased teamwork, fair play and excellent behaviour both on and off the pitch."
Captain Casillas said at the reception, "I have the great fortune to represent all these great players. We've brought this trophy back from South Africa because we deserve it.
"This is for you and for the whole of Spain. Thanks for everything and long live Spain."
The reigning European and now world champions then boarded an open-top bus at around 2000 CET and started to make their way into Madrid to celebrate with the fans.
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