Chelsea defender Marc Cucurella spoke to the media today. He was getting ready for the big Champions League match against his old club, Barcelona. Cucurella gave his honest reaction to the strange news about teammate Cole Palmer’s latest injury.
A Special Match Ahead
Cucurella is very excited for the Champions League night. It is an important game. He said it is a special game for him and his family. He knows it is a big week with the Arsenal game coming next. Still, he reminded everyone that the match is only for three points. “All the players want to play these games because they have a special feeling,” he shared.
The Palmer Shock
The big news last week was Palmer’s injury. Just when he was almost back from a groin problem, he broke his little toe in an accident at home. When Cucurella was asked about the very odd injury, he laughed. He said what many fans were thinking.
“To be fair, I don’t believe it [laughs],” Cucurella told the press. He added, “These things can happen. It’s a big upset for us because he’s near to play and train with us, now he needs to rest. It’s part of football.”
The Fan Connection
Cucurella’s funny answer shows he is just like the fans. The injury story was so strange that people are finding it hard to believe. While the defender was joking, his words show how much everyone misses Palmer on the field in Chelsea matchdays. The team hopes Palmer will be back very soon.
Author’s Insight
Cucurella’s comment shows great team spirit. It also confirms that players are human beings who get weird injuries! It is a big shame that Palmer is out. But the team must focus on winning without him. The best way to help Palmer is to keep getting good results until he returns. Everyone is looking forward to seeing him back on the pitch.
As featured on Chelseanews.com
