Cibeles roundabout becomes Spain's embassy in Mexico for World Cup victory celebrations

The Cibeles roundabout in Mexico City transformed into a vibrant hub of celebration as hundreds of Spanish and Mexican fans united to commemorate Spain's World Cup triumph. The iconic landmark in the Roma neighborhood became an impromptu embassy for Spanish football pride.

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It's a wonderful thing. We are here in Cibeles, which is like the Angel of my motherland, Spain.

Fans, clad in red jerseys, waving flags, and singing anthems, filled the roundabout. Car horns blared in support as the crowd responded with enthusiastic chants of "¡España, España!". The surrounding streets echoed with cheers, hugs, and music, creating a palpable sense of shared excitement.

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Spain and Mexico are brothers; when we win, everyone wins.

Elías, a native of Valencia living in Mexico, felt transported back home. "It's a wonderful thing," he said, embracing the festive spirit. "We are here in Cibeles, which is like the Angel of my motherland, Spain." He was particularly moved by the warm reception and the evident affection between Mexicans and Spaniards, declaring, "Spain and Mexico are brothers; when we win, everyone wins."

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For us, it's a way to honor our grandparents. We have always followed Spain, and today we couldn't miss this celebration.

Mexican families with Spanish heritage also joined the celebration. Ana Narro, attending with her family, explained their tradition of gathering at Cibeles for every Spanish victory. "For us, it's a way to honor our grandparents," she stated. "We have always followed Spain, and today we couldn't miss this celebration." The shared joy was amplified by celebrating alongside hundreds of others, highlighting the deep connection and mutual appreciation between the two cultures.

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The most beautiful thing is to see how Mexicans and Spaniards celebrate together.