Haaland Fires Back at Cucurella After Taunting
Erling Haaland delivered a scathing response to Marc Cucurella following Manchester City’s 2-0 victory over Chelsea. The Norwegian striker dominated the Spanish defender throughout the match, scoring the opener after brushing aside the left-back.
The rivalry between the two players intensified after Cucurella mocked Haaland during Spain’s Euro 2024 celebrations. The Chelsea defender had sung a taunting song about the City forward, but Haaland had the last laugh, easily outplaying Cucurella on the pitch.
The Norwegian’s dominance was compounded by a frosty post-match response, where he revealed that Cucurella had actually asked for his shirt last season. Haaland’s understated yet cutting remark perfectly encapsulated the power dynamic between the two players.
Erling Haaland maintained a cool demeanor when asked about Marc Cucurella’s taunting song during Spain’s Euro 2024 celebrations. The Manchester City striker simply dismissed the incident, highlighting the Chelsea defender’s previous request for his shirt.
Meanwhile, Haaland attributed his impressive start to the season, including a fifth consecutive opening day goal, to a restful summer break afforded by Norway’s absence from the European Championship. The extended period of rest allowed him to fully recharge physically and mentally, setting the stage for a strong campaign.