Successful or not, the Spanish national team will parade in Madrid

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Win or lose the 2010 World Cup final next Sunday against the Netherlands, the Spanish national team football will parade the streets of Madrid on Monday.

"Whatever the final outcome of the capital will make the selection party," reads a statement released today by the municipality of Madrid.
"The city council organized in collaboration with the Spanish Football Federation, a large reception to the players as a sign of support and admiration unanimous," also refers to the municipality.
The Spanish victory in the semi-finals of the 2010 World Cup against Germany (1-0) was celebrated by thousands of people throughout the night in Madrid. The final between Spain and Holland will be held at 19:30 (Lisbon time) next Sunday (broadcast live on RTP1)

 

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