Marc Cucurella Shares His Thoughts on the Chelsea Anthem Created for Him

MARC CUCURELLA may have eye-catching hair, but he isn’t particularly fond of lager . . . 

This straightforward fact is unlikely to change the popular chant that celebrates the Spanish defender’s remarkable locks and his supposed preference for Estrella, reminiscent of the beloved beer from his native land.

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Following a rocky start at Stamford Bridge, Cucurella is now acknowledged as a versatile left-back and attacking midfielder.

Fans of Chelsea are enjoying his performances, often singing: ‘He eats paella, he drinks Estrella, his hair’s f***ing massive.’

This chant, set to the tune of La Bamba, has been echoing from the stands more frequently of late.

With a big grin, Cucurella, 26, jokingly remarked: “I don’t like Estrella, I don’t like beer, and I don’t like wine. I’ve tried them all, but they aren’t for me.

“It might sound odd for a Spaniard — but that’s just the way it is. I only enjoy vodka.”

Despite the humor, it’s clear that, even if he’s not a wine enthusiast, this dedicated player has matured like a fine vintage from his homeland.

A break-in at his home shortly after he joined Chelsea in August 2022 complicated his integration, but that’s now in the past.

Cucurella may not tower over others—like ordering a half pint—but he exudes character and determination for the Chelsea squad.

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His current performance highlights a significant turnaround from his initial season, marked by personal struggles and a challenging transition from Brighton to a key position in a highly competitive, experimental team.

The £55 million transfer fee raised some eyebrows, leading to doubts regarding his abilities and future prospects.

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However, Cucurella has become an essential asset for Chelsea.

This season, he has netted six goals—a notable accomplishment for a full-back.

All these goals have come since mid-December when head coach Enzo Maresca adjusted his tactical strategy, placing Cucurella higher up the pitch.

He frequently fills a midfield role during Chelsea’s attacking maneuvers and has scored double the number of goals compared to star forward Cole Palmer since the tactical change.

As they prepare to take on Liverpool this Sunday, Cucurella expressed his pride, stating: “I feel very proud because joining was tough.

“It was my first season, and I concentrated on working hard, remaining humble, and putting in the effort.

“I am aware of my skills, and my family has faith in me. So, I strive each day to highlight my abilities during training.

“When the opportunity arises, I aim to perform well in matches. Now, my teammates and the staff bolster my confidence.”

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Cucurella urges his teammates to channel the awkward experience of forming a guard of honour for Liverpool as motivation for future accomplishments.

Tradition dictates that the newly crowned Premier League champions receive a formal tribute from their next opponents after their title victory.

While it can feel uncomfortable to applaud a rival, Cucurella hopes this experience can ignite ambition in Chelsea players who aspire to earn such recognition one day.

The Spaniard noted: “They deserve it for their excellent performance throughout the season. If we need to do it, we will.

“This occurs before the game and is not crucial.

“Once the match starts, we aim for our objectives. We’ll fight for the three points.”

Cucurella mentioned that this is his first time forming a guard of honour, expressing hopes for Chelsea to achieve similar recognition in the future.

We train every day to win every match, to play in these important games… and begin to build something significant.

Marc Cucurella

Chelsea players faced the humiliation of forming a guard of honour at Stamford Bridge when Leicester claimed the title in 2016.

Players such as Gary Cahill, Eden Hazard, and Cesar Azpilicueta were forced to pay homage to the Foxes on their own turf.

This was a tough pill for a squad known for its fierce winning mentality, a trait current manager Maresca aims to restore.

The first step involves targeting victory in the Conference League — Chelsea is already in a favorable position after their 4-1 victory over struggling Djurgardens in the first leg of the semi-finals.

Cucurella concluded: “We train daily to win each match, to participate in these crucial games, to reach finals, and compete for titles.

It’s our primary goal, and it’s where we begin to build something substantial.”

Liverpool has suffered only two losses in the Premier League en route to an equal record of 20 league titles.

Chelsea, however, lags behind by 22 points, having dealt with eight losses and draws against lower-ranked teams like relegated Ipswich.

Maresca is assessing goalkeeper Robert Sanchez’s fitness while monitoring forward Christopher Nkunku ahead of today’s matchup.