Tattoos and haircuts: Spanish players fulfill World Cup promises

Spain's 2026 World Cup victory over Argentina has players preparing to fulfill a series of colorful promises made during the tournament. The nation's triumph, secured by Ferran Torres's goal in the 106th minute, has sparked a wave of commitments ranging from tattoos to drastic haircuts.

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The tattoo with the face of Luis de la Fuente that Marc Cucurella started at the beginning of the concentration in the United States, followed by Borja Iglesias and Álex Baena, marked the beginning of the players' promises if Spain won the 2026 World Cup.

Marc Cucurella initiated the trend by vowing to get a tattoo of coach Luis de la Fuente's face if Spain won. Teammates Borja Iglesias and Álex Baena joined this pledge. Cucurella also joked about retiring from the national team if they became champions. Goalkeeper David Raya will also get a tattoo, though not of the coach's likeness. Fabián Ruiz left his promise open to fan suggestions on social media.

Young star Lamine Yamal promised to grow a beard and mustache for three weeks, a commitment echoed by several teammates. Gavi opted for pink hair, while Pedri chose blonde or white. Ferran Torres, the hero of the final with his winning goal, committed to shaving his head, adding extra pressure to his celebratory plans.

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I'll call Luis the next day and tell him I'm retiring.

Even beyond the locker room, promises were made. Mikel Oyarzabal, captain of Real Sociedad, pledged to become a member of rival club Athletic Club if Spain won the World Cup. The president of the Royal Spanish Football Federation, Rafael Louzán, promised to tattoo Luis de la Fuente's face and also committed to walking the Camino de Santiago from Sarria if Spain lifted the trophy for the second time.

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I will become a member of Athletic Club.