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Teen Dies, Several Injured During Spain World Cup Celebratio
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A 13-year-old boy died and several others were injured when a fountain collapsed during celebrations for Spain's 2026 World Cup victory. The incident occurred as fans climbed public infrastructure in Ciudad Rodrigo to mark the country's first title since 2010.
Why it matters
It underscores the safety risks associated with large-scale public celebrations and the challenges of crowd management.
Spain’s supporters celebrate at Cibeles Square in Madrid after Spain’s victory over Argentina in the 2026 World Cup final. Photo: AFP
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