Fútbol

So, we're in Spain, therefore soccer (fútbol) is a huge deal.  I kind of enjoy watching fútbol every once in a while - I don't know much about it - but I'm learning.

This week, the Real Madrid fútbol team defeated Barcelona to win the Copa del Ray!  Which, if I'm understanding it correctly, is essentially the Spanish national championship.  And, since Real Madrid and Barcelona are pretty huge rivals, it was an even bigger deal :).

After winning a game like this, there's usually a huge celebration in Plaza de Cibeles.  Erin talked me into going down there to check it out, and I'm glad she did!  We mostly just wandered around in amazement, but it was neat to be there!

Here's some pictures I took a couple months ago of this area.  See how it looks kind of peaceful?  It's not actually, because there's a lot of traffic.  But it REALLY was not peaceful the other night!

And, you can witness the jubilation of this victory on video, if you're interested :).