Spanish full-back Marc Cucurella has spoken out regarding the persistent hostility he faces from German football fans while reflecting on his tactical battle with Barcelona starlet Lamine Yamal during Real Madrid's 2-1 El Clasico victory.
Speaking in an interview with Spanish radio network Cadena COPE, the 28-year-old defender revealed he used psychological mind games prior to the match, warning Yamal he would "eat him alive" on the pitch.
Cucurella backed up his words with an impressive defensive display, effectively neutralizing the 19-year-old winger's attacks down the flank to help secure the three points for Real Madrid.
Addressing the ongoing boos and whistles he receives whenever playing on German soil, Cucurella acknowledged that fans remain angry over the controversial unpunished handball incident during the Euro 2024 quarter-final clash between Spain and Germany.
Despite the continued backlash, the full-back stated he maintains a focused mindset, letting his performances on the pitch do the talking.
"They took it out on me, and I know I can't play in Germany... But I like to keep quiet and do my job." — Marc Cucurella
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