Marc Cucurella faced a poor reception from some Spanish fans during Spain’s surprising 0-0 draw with Cape Verde at the World Cup, despite being one of La Roja’s standout players in the match.
The left-wing defender was booed repeatedly every time he touched the ball, while chants were heard from the stands calling him a “traitor.”
According to reports from the stadium, the fans’ reaction is related to his recent transfer from Chelsea to Real Madrid, a move that has angered many Barcelona supporters, given that Cucurella is a product of the Catalan club’s academy.
However, the 27-year-old was unfazed by the pressure from the stands. He put in a solid performance, creating chances for his teammates and being constantly active in the attacking phase, as Spain dominated possession but failed to overcome Cape Verde’s resistance.
Official: Marc Cucurella Real Madrid player
A key role in this result was played by veteran goalkeeper Vozinha, who with several crucial saves kept the African national team’s goal intact.
Despite the boos that accompanied him throughout the evening, Cucurella’s performance showed that he remains fully focused on Spain’s objectives at the World Cup.
It seems that his move to the Santiago Bernabeu continues to cause controversy, and not just among Chelsea fans.
