More than 2,000 people welcomed Ruben Vargas to Brissago

On Friday 24 July 2026, Brissago paid tribute to Ruben Vargas with a special event that drew over 2 000 visitors to Palazzo Branca-Baccalà. After the extraordinary 2026 World Cup disputed by the Swiss national team, the population gave the national team a warm welcome, welcoming it back to the place to which its family is deeply linked.

Brissago holds a special place in Ruben Vargas' personal history: Here the roots of his family are rooted in Ticino and here, since he was a child, he spent many happy moments together with his mother, brother and grandparents. A bond that the player has always cherished with great affection and that continues to keep alive today.

After interviews with the media, Ruben devoted a lot of time to the many people present, signing autographs and meeting hundreds of fans. Particular attention was paid to the youngest, to whom he conveyed a message of commitment, passion and perseverance.

An intense afternoon full of emotions, which will remain imprinted in the memory of all those present and which has shown once again how a true champion is not only distinguished by sporting successes, but above all by the link with his roots and with people.