Marc Cucurella pledges retirement and tattoo if Spain wins World Cup

Ahead of the 2026 World Cup final between Spain and Argentina on July 19 at 22:00, Spanish defender Marc Cucurella made unconventional promises regarding his future. He stated that if Spain wins the title, he will retire from the national team and get a tattoo of head coach Luis de la Fuente on his body. Cucurella suggested that winning both the European Championship and the World Cup would leave him with nothing left to achieve. Sources differ on his playing position, as one text identifies him as a right-back recently signed by Real Madrid, while another refers to him as a left-back. Local media reports note that the player has a history of making bold claims that he does not always follow through with. These statements have generated significant discussion in the sports media due to their unusual nature. Official confirmation of these personal plans has not been provided by the Spanish Football Federation.