Spain's Royal Family supports the national team in the World Cup final against Argentina: 'All that remains is to win'
Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Spain's Royal Family is in New Jersey to support the national team in the World Cup final against Argentina.
- King Felipe VI, Queen Letizia, Princess Leonor, and Infanta Sofรญa are attending the match together for the first time on an official trip.
- The family expressed excitement and confidence, with the King stating, 'All that remains is to win.'
Spain's Royal Family has traveled to New Jersey to lend their support to the national football team as they compete in the World Cup final against Argentina. King Felipe VI, accompanied by Queen Letizia, Princess Leonor, and Infanta Sofรญa, is present at the stadium to witness this significant match.
This marks a historic occasion for the Royal Family, as it is their first official trip abroad where all four members are attending together. While King Felipe VI had previously attended a match earlier in the tournament, this is the first time the entire family is united for an international fixture. They have publicly shared their emotions, with the King expressing a mix of nerves and confidence, stating, 'We are nervous, but also confident because this team is once again captivating, just like the older generation in 2010. I think we will see a spectacular final between two brotherly countries with two incredible teams.'
Queen Letizia shared the nation's excitement, saying, 'We are excited, like all of Spain, about how the World Cup is going and how our team is playing. Those who know have already said it all. All that remains is to win, and as I read this morning in an editorial, may we all find ourselves in that same joy.' Princess Leonor added her happiness at being there with her family. The official social media accounts of the Royal Household shared their joy, posting, 'Spain is in the final! You have once again shown why you are one of the great teams in the world. Now, with the whole country by your side, it's time to fight for the title. Thank you for making us enjoy this journey. Let's go for it, @SEFutbol!'
Originally published by El Paรญs in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.