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Spanish defender Marco Cucurella sparked widespread controversy after announcing his readiness to retire from international play at the age of 27, following Spain's victory at the 2026 World Cup, provided they win the title. His comments, made before the World Cup final against Argentina, caused a division among fans—some considered them inappropriate, while others saw them as just a joke. Cucurella, who recently joined Real Madrid for 60 million euros, was one of Spain’s standout players in the tournament and contributed to the team's reaching the final. He now faces the opportunity to win his first global title if he manages to defeat Argentina. His response regarding whether his statement was a joke or a genuine intention remains ambiguous until the match's outcome is known.
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