Spanish forward Ferran Torres made headlines after scoring a crucial goal in the UEFA Euro 2024 final, which Spain won 2-1 against England on July 14, 2024, in Berlin. In a post-match interview, Torres stated, 'This goal is not mine; it belongs to 47 million people,' referring to the population of Spain. The quote quickly went viral, symbolizing the collective joy of the nation.
Torres, who plays for FC Barcelona, was a key player in Spain's tournament run, contributing two goals and one assist. The victory marked Spain's fourth European Championship title, a record. Torres's goal in the 57th minute broke a 1-1 deadlock, securing the win.
The phrase '47 million people' is based on Spain's estimated population as of 2024, according to the Spanish National Statistics Institute (INE). Torres's humility resonated with fans, highlighting the team's unity. Spain's coach, Luis de la Fuente, praised Torres's performance, calling it 'a moment of genius.'
