
Spanish Soccer Stars Honored with Tomato Tribute in Hometown
The two Spanish internationals were celebrated in Los Palacios y Villafranca with a quirky tomato award, new pitches named in their honor and plans for a lasting monument.
Jul 23, 2026
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The two Spanish internationals were celebrated in Los Palacios y Villafranca with a quirky tomato award, new pitches named in their honor and plans for a lasting monument.

When Spain's national team won the World Cup, hometown Los Palacios y Villafranca honored its champions Fabian Ruiz and Gavi with a tomato reward equal to their body weight, raising both laughter and practical questions about storage.