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Marc Cucurella set for first start with Real Madrid against Sociedad

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 6:45 AM

Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Marc Cucurella set for first start with Real Madrid against Sociedad

Summary

Marc Cucurella is expected to make his first start for Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabeu on August 26, during the match against Real Sociedad. This will be Cucurella's first full game since joining the team, following his summer signing and brief appearance as a substitute against Espanyol. Coach Jose Mourinho aims to maintain a stable lineup with only Cucurella's inclusion as a change. The match also serves as a celebration for Cucurella's contributions to Spain's World Cup victory, alongside Real Sociedad captain Mikel Oyarzabal, who will be recognized for his role in the triumph.

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Status Watch

•Cucurella set to start his first match for Real Madrid.
•Mourinho makes limited changes for the game against Sociedad.
•The match honors Cucurella and Oyarzabal's World Cup achievements.
•Real Madrid looks to establish continuity early in the season.
•Cucurella previously appeared as a substitute against Espanyol.

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What they're saying

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Real Madrid are expected to give Marc Cucurella his first start at the Santiago Bernabeu on Wednesday, with the summer signing in line to be the only alteration to Jose Mourinho’s starting XI agains...
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