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Boy, 13, dies during World Cup celebrations in Spain

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A 13-year-old boy tragically died when part of a fountain collapsed during World Cup victory celebrations in Salamanca province, Spain. Two other young individuals were injured, with one requiring hospitalization for a possible leg fracture. The incident occurred around 00:30 local time as people celebrated Spain's win inside the Árbol Gordo fountain. Ciudad Rodrigo's town hall expressed sorrow over the tragedy, which marred what was meant to be a joyful occasion.

Source: BBCPublished: 20 Jul 2026, 12:02