European Football · Thursday, July 23, 2026
A mural of Ferran Torres vandalized in Barcelona
A mural depicting the Spanish offensive midfielder with the World Cup trophy was damaged in the Gràcia neighborhood.
By Editorial team

In Barcelona, the mural dedicated to Ferran Torres, hero of the 2026 World Cup final, was vandalized in the popular Gràcia neighborhood. The fresco depicted the Spanish coach kissing the trophy after the victory. This act of vandalism recalls the tensions surrounding Spanish football heroes. Torres, key figure of Iberian success at the North American World Cup, continues to divide local opinions.