Cucurella reflects on lucky rituals ahead of World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 10:34 AM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
Marc Cucurella has shared insights into his preparations for the World Cup, revealing he packed his wife's pajama top, which he believes brought him luck at the Euros. The Chelsea full-back also discussed his sleeping habits and how the music selections in the dressing room vary. Cucurella's experience at the Club World Cup last year has made him more prepared for the heat in the United States. He expressed uncertainty about what scoring a decisive World Cup goal would feel like but emphasized the significance of the moment and his lucky charm.
- •Cucurella packs his wife's pajama top for luck at the World Cup.
- •He discusses managing his sleep schedule during the tournament.
- •Music selection in the dressing room reflects generational tastes.
- •Cucurella warns teammates about the upcoming heat in the U.S.
- •He imagines the significance of scoring in a World Cup final.
- 10:34 AMYahoo Sports — 🪬Cucurella and his wife's pyjama shirt: it brought luck at the Euros
"Marc Cucurella has arrived at the World Cup with a suitcase full of amulets and rituals, and he admitted as much in an interview with Marca. "I bring my wife's pajama top, which was with me at the Eur...
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