A boost of energy for women's football
The end of the open-top bus ride left the players with an impressive sight at their feet: Explanada Puente del Rey, in Madrid Río, filled with fans of all ages. They had already enjoyed almost three hours of celebration with Vicco, Camela, Farga, Michenlo, and Juan Magán; but their voices were still strong enough to chant the names of our players.
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One by one, they were called to the stage, accompanied by some of the songs that had served as their soundtrack during the World Cup in Australia and New Zealand. Tired from hours of travel, yet with their excitement undiminished, they all walked and greeted the audience.
Some speeches were emotional; others came with humor and surprises, like the moment when Misa Rodríguez showcased her ability to imitate a Formula 1 car engine. By the way, Misa turned out to be one of the great entertainers of the night.
📢 Como dice @marisabelrr1, agitadora oficial de la fiesta, esto es un CLÁSICO (a lo @PReina25 style).
— Selección Española Femenina de Fútbol (@SEFutbolFem) August 21, 2023
¡¡𝗖𝗔𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗘𝗥𝗢𝗢𝗢𝗢!!
¡¡𝗖𝗔𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗘𝗥𝗢𝗢𝗢𝗢𝗢𝗢𝗢!!
😏 Ya sabéis cómo sigue, ¿verdad?#JugarLucharYGanar | #CampeonasDelMundo pic.twitter.com/OewaFdk1MI
Among those who spoke was the national coach, Jorge Vilda, who wanted to express gratitude for the team's support from all corners of Spain.
🗣️ Jorge Vilda, seleccionador nacional: "Sin vuestra energía esto hubiese sido imposible. Esto es también vuestro".
— Selección Española Femenina de Fútbol (@SEFutbolFem) August 21, 2023
¡¡SOMOS 𝗖𝗔𝗠𝗣𝗘𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗦 DEL MUNDO!!
📺 𝗗𝗜𝗥𝗘𝗖𝗧𝗢 en @La1_tve, https://t.co/UQe8cIwAU1, @TikTok_ES y @TwitchES.#JugarLucharYGanar | #CampeonasDelMundo pic.twitter.com/BAs5ENnD0v
The team's captain, Ivana Andrés, also had words of recognition for the fans.
🗣️ @IvanaAndresSanz: "Estábamos deseando estar aquí para celebrar con vosotros. ¡¡Gracias, gracias y gracias por todo vuestro apoyo!!"
— Selección Española Femenina de Fútbol (@SEFutbolFem) August 21, 2023
📺 𝗗𝗜𝗥𝗘𝗖𝗧𝗢 en @La1_tve, https://t.co/UQe8cIwAU1, @TikTok_ES y @TwitchES.#JugarLucharYGanar | #CampeonasDelMundo pic.twitter.com/toTLaYT1sP
The most personal and emotional speech came from Olga Carmona, who couldn't help but look up at the sky, on a weekend so happy and bittersweet for her at the same time.
🗣️ @7olgacarmona: "Estoy muy contenta por daros esta alegría. Las estrellas del cielo nos han acompañado".
— Selección Española Femenina de Fútbol (@SEFutbolFem) August 21, 2023
💞 ¡¡TE MERECES TODO ESTE CARIÑO!! ¡¡TE QUEREMOS!!
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An incredible shower of confetti and the classic "We are the champions" by Queen closed - past one in the morning - an absolutely magical and unforgettable evening, befitting the new world champions.