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Cucurella Defends Maffeo's Fiery On-Pitch Persona
11 Nov
Summary
- Cucurella defended Pablo Maffeo's intense on-field character.
- He noted that Maffeo's aggression stays strictly on the pitch.
- Cucurella likened Maffeo's temperament to his own.
Marc Cucurella has publicly defended teammate Pablo Maffeo following a tumultuous match between Valencia and Real Madrid at Mestalla. The Spanish international acknowledged Maffeo's notably fiery character, admitting that he possesses a similar temperament.
Cucurella explained his familiarity with Maffeo, noting that he knows how to handle his intensity. He described Maffeo as "very intense" and "a bit crazy," but stressed that this aggression is strictly confined to the field of play. Cucurella expressed admiration for this ability to compartmentalize, stating that Maffeo leaves everything on the pitch once the game concludes.
The controversy at Mestalla included a post-match brawl and an incident involving Antonio Rudiger, which are expected to dominate headlines. Cucurella's comments offer a perspective on Maffeo's character amidst the fallout from the heated fixture.
