Spain's World Cup Reflections as 2030 Approaches

A writer reflects on how, with age, they began measuring life by the FIFA World Cups rather than other tournaments. They recall watching iconic moments such as Andrés Iniesta’s goal and Carles Puyol’s celebration against Germany, and describe how each World Cup brings families together in front of the television. The essay notes the passage of time between tournaments – births, children, grandchildren – and expresses a hope to be present for the 2030 World Cup to celebrate with a spouse, daughters, and a future grandson.

The author views the upcoming 2030 tournament as both a personal milestone and a question of who will still be alive to experience it, emphasizing the enduring emotional bond between Spain and the global football stage.