Cucurella vows to quit Spain if he lifts World Cup

Cesar Cucurella, the 27‑year‑old Spanish right‑back, told Movistar+ that if he lifts the 2026 World Cup he will retire from the Spain national team. He made the statement just over 48 hours before the final during a live interview about his future plans. The interview was broadcast by Movistar+ and featured the 27‑year‑old delivering a statement that many described as controversial. The platform gave Cucurella a direct forum to outline his intentions. Cucurella’s comment sparked immediate discussion among fans and pundits. Reactions ranged from surprise to debate over the impact on Spain’s squad.

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He said he would call Luis De la Fuente to announce that he is hanging up his boots with the Spanish national team if he wins the tournament. The planned call underscores his definitive intention to end his international career on a high note. Cucurella, who will turn 28 in five days, emphasized that despite his youth and ample playing time ahead, a World Cup and a European Championship already constitute enough glory for him. He argued that those two trophies would be sufficient to fulfil his ambitions. He suggested that achieving both trophies would satisfy his personal ambitions. This view frames his retirement plan as a way to finish his international career on a high note. The statement has already ignited debate among supporters and analysts about Spain’s options beyond Cucurella. The discussion highlights the broader implications for the national team’s future planning.