Right before the 2026 World Cup final against Argentina, a mainstay of the Spain team unexpectedly announced that he would wrap up his international career if he touches the golden cup with La Roja, leaving fans completely surprised.
Just a few days before the 2026 World Cup final between Spain and Argentina, defender Marc Cucurella surprised fans by revealing his intention to retire from the national team if he reaches the top of the world with La Roja.
In his latest share, the star on Real Madrid’s payroll affirmed that he will close his journey with the Spain national team in the most beautiful way if he wins the prestigious golden cup. “If I win the World Cup, the next day I will call the coach and say that I am retiring from the national team.”
Cucurella’s statement quickly generated a wave of discussion on social media. Many felt that the 28-year-old defender was only joking to ease the pressure before the biggest match of his career, while quite a few fans believed he truly wants to conclude his international journey with a perfect ending.
Following the EURO 2024 championship, Cucurella continues to be an important link in coach Luis de la Fuente’s squad at the 2026 World Cup. This left-back contributed greatly to Spain’s journey to the final with his high-energy style of play, effective attacking support, and defensive solidity.
La Roja bypassed many strong opponents on the way to the final match, including a highly convincing 2-0 victory over France in the semifinals. Now, they are just one match away from their second world championship in history.
However, the final test will be extremely harsh as the opponent is Argentina, the reigning world champions led by Lionel Messi. The South American team also just pulled off an impressive comeback against England to earn their spot in the final.
If Spain defeats Argentina at MetLife Stadium, Cucurella will not only fulfill the biggest dream of his career but could also carry out his shocking promise. Whether it is a tongue-in-cheek statement or a serious decision, it still makes the 2026 World Cup final all the more highly anticipated, as each player possesses a special motivation to write history.
