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Boy, 13, dies during World Cup celebrations in Spain

Boy, 13, dies during World Cup celebrations in Spain

Summary

A 13-year-old boy died after part of a fountain collapsed in Salamanca, Spain, during celebrations of Spain’s World Cup win. Two other young people were hurt, with one taken to hospital with a possible broken leg.

Key Facts

  • The accident happened around 00:30 local time in Salamanca province during World Cup victory celebrations.
  • The boy and others were on the Árbol Gordo fountain when part of it broke.
  • Emergency services, including police, fire brigade, and medical teams, responded quickly.
  • The boy died at the local health center, and authorities began an investigation.
  • Psychological support was offered to the boy’s family.
  • Spain won the World Cup by beating Argentina 1-0, with a goal in extra time.
  • This is Spain’s second World Cup win, the first being in 2010.
  • Similar tragic deaths occurred earlier during World Cup celebrations in Mexico City.
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