In the Basque Country, low applause for the Spanish national football team
Miguel Martínez wasn't quite sure how to react. On Monday evening, he found himself standing outside a bar in Bilbao, tuning in and out of his colleagues' conversation, his eyes fixed on a television screen inside. He has been avidly following Spain's progress in the European soccer championship, he said, and a business trip would certainly not stand in his way.He had watched the country's first two matches with his 13-year-old son, at home in Seville. The city, he said, is hit by a strong dose of major tournament fever, a condition that consistently affects all of Europe on a biannual basis. The balconies are decorated with Spanish flags. The streets are full of Spanish shirts. Spain's victories sparked wild celebrations.As far as Mr. Martínez could tell, however...