Colombia prepares to declare a civic day if its team wins the Copa America

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Bogota.-In an atmosphere of enthusiasm for the advancement of the Colombian National Team to the final of the Copa América, the governor of Valle, Dilian Francisca Toro, and the mayor of Cali, Alejandro Eder, announced the possible declaration of a civic day if Colombia defeats Argentina, according to information obtained by the Colombian radio station W Radio.

The proposed civic day will primarily benefit officials of official and public entities, although private companies and other organizations will be able to decide whether to join in this celebration.

“If Colombia wins on Sunday, we will declare a civic day. I think it is very fair. In addition, this will unite us a lot, since football is uniting Colombians. I am sure that Colombia will win,” said Governor Toro.

Mayor Eder, being cautious and avoiding celebrating too soon, mentioned that they are coordinating with the government to install one or two large screens in the city, allowing fans to enjoy next Sunday’s game.

“We are seeing if we can complete all the paperwork, but we are very happy with this opportunity for unity and patriotism so that we can all feel happy,” he said.

The announcement has generated great excitement among the people of Valle del Cauca, who are eagerly awaiting the Copa América final. The possibility of a civic day has been well received, seen as an opportunity to celebrate in community and strengthen the sense of belonging and national pride.

Football fever has spread among the governors of Colombia’s Caribbean coast, many of whom have promised to declare a civic day in their departments if Colombia wins the final phase of the continent’s most important tournament.

This initiative was initially promoted by Yamil Arana, governor of Bolívar, who, following the match, announced on his account on the social network X: “If Colombia is the Champion, we will declare Monday as a civic day in the department of Bolívar.” Erasmo Zuleta, governor of Córdoba, and Lucy García, governor of Sucre, joined this proposal.

Zuleta expressed his enthusiasm saying: “We are ready! Tomorrow I will send you the decree, we already have it ready because on Sunday we win!! We are going with everything!!!” While García added: “Go for it, Governor! In Sucre we are sure that our Colombian team will win the Copa America. We are going with all the energy and pride for the victory!”

Celebrations intensified in cities such as Cartagena, Sincelejo, Riohacha, Santa Marta and Barranquilla, where motorcycle caravans and celebrations took place near giant screens installed by local governments. These activities not only demonstrated the football fervour, but also set the stage for what is expected to be an exciting final on Sunday, July 14, at 7:00 pm Colombia time, when the national team faces Argentina.

The promise of a civic day has been received with enthusiasm, as it not only recognises the efforts of the national team, but also gives citizens an additional opportunity to celebrate and enjoy the victory. This measure, although it will mainly apply to officials of official and public entities, may also be adopted by private companies at their discretion.Infobae.