Cucurella names Netherlands and Ecuador as tough World Cup opponents

Marc Cucurella, the Spanish national team's left-back, has pinpointed the Netherlands and Ecuador as particularly challenging opponents for Spain in their quest for a second World Cup title. He noted that beyond the usual strong contenders, these two teams stand out.

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Always there are the typical teams, but… Holland seems to have a great team. And Ecuador, although they don't give me much confidence, will perform well, with good players, and will do things well.

"The typical teams are always there, but... Holland seems to have a great team. And Ecuador, although they don't give me much confidence, will perform well, with good players, and will do things well," Cucurella stated during the presentation of a sponsorship with the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF). He added with a laugh, "So, hopefully, they go home soon" – referring to Ecuador.

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So, hopefully, they go home soon

Cucurella is familiar with Ecuador's key player, Moisés Caicedo, as they are teammates at Chelsea. When asked about the "flavor" he brings to football, Cucurella responded playfully, suggesting he would opt for something "a bit spicier and stronger." He also reflected on the joy and feeling generated by the national team's victories, describing it as "very beautiful."

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I would have to go for a sauce that is a bit spicier and stronger.

"Victory tastes like glory. It's one of the best things that can happen to you," he said. "The most beautiful thing about playing with Spain is making your loved ones happy, and feeling that you create that in people is a very beautiful thing."

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Victory tastes like glory. It's one of the best things that can happen to you. The most beautiful thing about playing with Spain is making your loved ones happy, and feeling that you create that in people is a very beautiful thing.