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Five million ONCE coupons will put Móstoles on the European sports map
Móstoles will take centre stage on the ONCE coupon. The city, recognised as Ciudad Europea del Deporte 2026, will see its name on five million tickets. A tribute that connects sport, health, and urban life.
This Tuesday, those walking the streets of Madrid and its surroundings will notice something unusual at the kiosks: the ONCE coupon pays tribute to Móstoles as Ciudad Europea del Deporte 2026. Five million tickets will circulate throughout Spain, but here in the Comunidad de Madrid, the gesture has a special resonance. It is not just a symbolic recognition; it is a way to highlight the collective effort of a city that has made sport part of its everyday identity.
The Ayuntamiento de Móstoles emphasises that this achievement is no accident. The mayor, Manuel Bautista, insists that behind this recognition are years of work, planning, and a clear conviction: sport is much more than physical activity—it is health, values, and quality of life. The distinction comes after sustained investment in facilities, citizen participation across all ages, and a firm commitment to inclusion and equality in access to sport.
For those living in Madrid, the news feels close to home. Móstoles, just a few minutes away by Cercanías, becomes a reference point for those seeking new options for active leisure, competitions, or simply an environment where sport is part of daily life. The ONCE coupon, beyond the draw itself, becomes a small reminder that urban life is also built through physical activity and community in the neighbourhoods.
The choice of Móstoles as Ciudad Europea del Deporte 2026 reflects a trend already visible in the south of Madrid: renovated facilities, growing clubs, and a sports calendar that keeps adding new events. Madrid is already moving in this direction, with neighbourhoods embracing sport as a driver of integration and wellbeing. The coupon, in this context, is just the visible tip of a deeper change in the way the city is lived.
Móstoles, traditionally known for its residential character and proximity to the capital, has been transforming its profile in recent years. Investment in sports centres, organising events for all ages, and promoting grassroots sport have made the city a reference for those seeking quality of life without giving up the urban rhythm. This European distinction not only recognises the present but also anticipates a future where sport will play an even greater role in local life.