Over 1,500 people gathered in Ronda's Teniente Arce square to watch the World Cup final, where Spain triumphed over Argentina. The giant screen set up by the Town Hall brought together families and fans for a festive night without incidents.
The Teniente Arce square in Ronda became the epicentre of football euphoria on Sunday night. More than 1,500 people packed the public space to witness live, via a giant screen, the World Cup final between Spain and Argentina. The Town Hall of Ronda, which had already organised similar broadcasts during the matches against Belgium and France, once again bet on this initiative that gathered hundreds of locals.
A historic goal in extra time
The match, held at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, was decided in extra time with a solitary goal from Ferrán Torres. The Spanish forward secured the 1-0 that gave Spain its second World Cup, sixteen years after the title won in South Africa 2010. Every dangerous moment, every save by the goalkeeper, and especially the decisive goal unleashed madness among the attendees in Ronda.
The final whistle led to an explosion of joy. The square filled with applause, chants, and Spanish flags. Entire families, young people, and fans of all ages shared hugs and celebrated a success that, for many in Ronda, will be etched in memory. The team, led by Luis de la Fuente, thus adds a second star to its badge and places Spanish football back at the top of the world.
A consolidated initiative
The Town Hall of Ronda has positively assessed the response from the citizens. The three broadcasts organised during the World Cup —against Belgium, France, and the final— have demonstrated that the Teniente Arce square has established itself as a meeting point for major sporting events. Coexistence and a festive atmosphere have been the dominant tone, with no serious incidents reported.
For those from Ronda who could not travel to New Jersey, the giant screen was an open window to the excitement of football. The initiative also fosters community spirit and allows enjoyment of global events from the heart of the city. The success of participation encourages the Town Hall to repeat the experience at future significant sporting events.
On Sunday night, Ronda experienced its own football festival. The echoes of Ferrán Torres' goal still resonate in the square, while fans already dream of the next great milestone for the Spanish team. For now, the city can boast of having celebrated a historic title as it deserves.
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