Spain will bring an unforgettable 2026 to a fitting conclusion this Sunday, 15 November, when they face England at the Metropolitano. Having won their second World Cup, Spain will play their final match of the year in a very special celebration, bringing football and festivities together to share the successes of a historic season with their supporters.

The Royal Spanish Football Federation has put together a packed programme of activities to turn the fixture into a major celebration. A spectacular tifo, light shows, tributes and a Fan Zone will accompany the national team as they bid farewell to 2026, with plenty for supporters to enjoy well before kick-off.

“From Madrid to the Stars”: A Tribute to the World Champions

One of the most moving moments of the day will come with the unveiling of the “From Madrid to the Stars” tifo, a display honouring the two generations who have won the World Cup for Spain.

The design will bring together players from both world champion teams: the 2010 side in South Africa and, of course, the 2026 champions in New York. It will set the scene for Spain’s third match on home soil since winning their second star. After Seville and Oviedo, Madrid is next. At each of these home fixtures, one of the 2010 world champions has presented the World Cup trophy to the crowd — and the same will happen at the Metropolitano.

As is customary at Spain matches, national flags will be distributed among supporters, filling the stands with the colours of Spain at one of the country’s great football venues.

Tributes and a Reunion with the 2010 World Champions

The occasion will also provide an opportunity for remembrance. The Metropolitano will pay tribute to the victims of the railway accident in Urda, Toledo, and to footballer Jesús de Miguel, who recently passed away, with the presentation of two floral bouquets.

Three members of Spain’s 2010 World Cup-winning team are also expected to attend: Iker Casillas, Fernando Torres and Fernando Llorente. They will take part on the pitch in the moments leading up to kick-off, bringing together the present and the history of the national team. It will be a particularly meaningful occasion, celebrating sporting achievements while recognising those who hold a special place in the memories and affections of Spanish football.

Just before kick-off, Spain’s national anthem will be performed by the Madrid Municipal Police Band, accompanied by a stadium-wide mosaic displaying the national flag.

After the warm-up and before the final UEFA Nations League group-stage fixture gets under way, Spain will also be honoured following their victory at the FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival, the tournament’s inaugural edition, featuring 189 participating countries. The players will present the trophy to the crowd.

The Metropolitano’s gates will open at 19:15 CET, with a DJ and an entertainer on hand to keep supporters entertained from the moment they arrive. However, the celebrations will begin well before kick-off. The stadium’s northern concourse will host a Fan Zone from 12:00 to 21:00, featuring a wide range of activities for supporters of all ages.

Fans will be able to visit the official Spain team shop, enjoy a gaming area and explore a trophy museum. There will also be a 3-a-side football pitch, prize draws and a range of activities organised by RFEF sponsors.

It will be an opportunity to enjoy the match-day atmosphere with family and friends, take part in the activities and share in the excitement surrounding a team that has made history once again, moved us and taken us back to the very summit of world football. Months have passed, but the memories remain vivid: we are world champions. We are two-time world champions.

In addition to these activities, and in keeping with the RFEF’s commitment at its matches, a sensory viewing area will be available for people with autism and other support needs, providing an adapted environment in which to follow the game. The match will also feature an audio-description service for supporters with visual impairments, offering a dedicated commentary to help them follow the action on the pitch.

The fixture will also mark the launch of EQUIPAZO, the RFEF Volunteer Community, with an initial group of members taking part in the initiative. The community has been created to channel the commitment of people who want to use football to make a positive impact on society. Members of Spain’s refugee national team will also take part in the unveiling of the giant central banner. It is all part of the drive towards a more accessible, inclusive and socially responsible game.

The RFEF launches ‘Equipazo Comunidad · Voluntarios’

Spain and England will therefore bring a memorable year to a close at the magnificent Metropolitano, in one of the most eagerly anticipated fixtures in world football today. The occasion will celebrate Spain’s second World Cup star and pay tribute to the generations who have taken Spanish football to the very top. A fitting farewell to 2026, shared with the fans — with all of you taking centre stage.