Spanish media are saying the same thing about Marc Cucurella’s display for his country vs Serbia
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Marc Cucurella Shines for Spain in 3-0 Win Over Serbia
Chelsea’s left-back Marc Cucurella returned to Spain’s national team with a standout performance in their 3-0 victory over Serbia on Tuesday night. His recent form has not gone unnoticed, with Spanish media praising his contributions both for club and country.
Cucurella’s Rise for Chelsea and Spain
At 26, Cucurella has become a crucial player for Chelsea, starting every Premier League game this season. Known for his aggressive and high-energy style of play, he’s become a key figure for the Blues. However, he’ll miss Chelsea’s upcoming match against Liverpool due to suspension, with teammate Renato Veiga likely stepping in to cover.
Former footballer Martin Keown recently highlighted, via The Daily Mail, why Cucurella is so “vital” to Chelsea’s defense. His importance is further underlined by his role in Spain’s Euro 2024 triumph, where he assisted the winning goal in the 2-1 final victory over England.
Spanish Media Praise Cucurella’s Performance
Cucurella earned glowing reviews from the Spanish press after his performance against Serbia. Playing the full 90 minutes, he helped Spain to a comfortable 3-0 win in the Nations League match.
Spanish Media Reactions:
- Mundo Deportivo: “Cucurella – While not his best game for Spain, he still made a positive impact, adding energy and fluidity to the left side of the pitch.”
- Sport: “Cucurella – 6/10. He secured the starting spot over Grimaldo and was very active, delivering a cross that nearly resulted in a goal for Alvaro Morata.”
- Marca: “Cucurella – The star of the Euros returned to the lineup, dominating the left flank and delivering several dangerous crosses.”
Cucurella’s Stats vs Serbia
According to Fotmob, here are some key stats from Cucurella’s impressive outing:
- Match rating: 7.6
- Minutes played: 90
- Successful dribbles: 1/2 (50%)
- Touches: 77
- Accurate passes: 62/70 (89%)
- Chances created: 3
- Passes into final third: 10
- Accurate crosses: 1/1 (100%)
- Ground duels won: 2/4 (50%)
Cucurella’s busy and effective performance is a reflection of his consistent displays for Chelsea. His form has been so solid in 2024 that discussions about his £60m transfer fee, once a source of scrutiny, have all but disappeared. Now, he is recognized as a vital player who has turned a corner and is performing at his best for both club and country.
With this momentum, Cucurella looks set to continue his excellent run of form for Chelsea and Spain in the coming months.
