Spanish X-Factor bombshell Ruth Lorenzo reveals how to support Los Rojos like a local

AS fans across the country mourn England’s World Cup exit, the nation is united in one thing – wanting to see Spain decisively crush Argentina tomorrow night. But if you’re going to jump on the Iberian bandwagon, you need to know your lingo. Spanish X-Factor bombshell Ruth Lorenzo reveals how to cheer on Los Rojos like a local Credit: Ruth Lorenzo Read on if you’re going to jump on the Iberian bandwagon, you’ll need to know your lingo Credit: Ruth Lorenzo Here Spanish X-Factor bombshell Ruth Lorenzo reveals how to cheer on Los Rojos like a local. “¡A por ellos!” – Go get ‘em In the stands, fans will turn this into a rhythmic chant: “¡A por ellos, oé! ¡A por ellos, oé!” Sign up for the Football newsletter Thank you! “¡Vamos!” – Let’s go! When Spanish fans shout “¡Vamos!”, they often stretch out the syllables “VA-MOS!, VA-MOS!” – accompanied by rapid clapping to build momentum during corner kicks or tense final minutes. “¡Yo soy español, español, español!” – I am Spanish, Spanish, Spanish This is the most common stadium chant for the national team. Fans bounce up and down while singing to show collective pride. “¡Golazo!” – Goooooal!! You don’t just shout “gol” if Lamine Yamal or Nico Williams curls one into the top corner from 25 yards out. If it’s spectacular, it demands a “¡Golazo!” said with gusto. “¡Que viva España!” – Long live Spain This is one of the nation’s iconic footie chants. It comes from an old popular song that gets rolled out during moments of pure celebration and dominance. Most read in Sport “¡Qué jugón!” – What a baller Use this when Dani Olmo or Lamine Yamal pulls off a dazzling piece of footie skill. “¡Madre mía!” – My goodness The Spanish expression for shock. Use it for when someone hits the crossbar or scores a 30-yard screamer. But don’t mention the ‘C’ word.. “Campeones” – Champions Uttering this before the final whistle is considered the ultimate jinx. Comment now