Teenager Dies in Fountain Collapse During World Cup Festivities

A tragic incident occurred in Ciudad Rodrigo, Salamanca Province, Spain, where a 13-year-old boy died and two others were injured due to the partial collapse of a fountain during World Cup 2026 celebrations. The accident happened shortly after midnight on a Monday, as hundreds of residents gathered around the Arbol Gordo fountain in the city's center.

The upper part of the monument broke loose and struck several people. The local emergency services reported the incident, and Ciudad Rodrigo's town hall expressed condolences for the victim, stating that the entire city feels the loss.

This celebration, which was meant to honor the Spanish national team's World Cup victory, turned into a tragedy for the community, particularly affecting the family and friends of the minor.