Newcastle wins to push further clear of EPL's bottom three
Ryan Fraser and Fabian Schar scored early for Newcastle as its English Premier League recovery survived a concerted Brighton fightback in a 2-1 winMARCH 5, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Marc Cucurella - a lot more than just hair The Spaniard has been a revelation for Brighton this season. The Athletic looks at how and why
JANUARY 29, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Records assist against Chelsea Cucurella took a shot and assisted a goal in Wednesday's 1-1 draw against Chelsea. He also made a block, two clearances and won three of three tackles in the match.
Impact Cucurella set up Danny Welbeck's stoppage-time equalizer Wednesday with a cross, earning a surprise point for his side against one of the Premier League's top teams. It was his first assist of the season, but he's averaging just under 1.5 chances created per 90 minutes in the Premier League from left back/left midfield. On Sunday he faces Everton, which are 15th in the table.
DECEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Brighton overcomes Brentford for 1st EPL win since September
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Attempts two shots in draw Cucurella took two shots off target, created two chances, delivered two crosses and won three tackles in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Newcastle.
Impact Cucurella was not able to make it on the scoresheet Saturday but he still managed to be active on both ends of the floor. The fullback has yet to register a goal or assist this season, but he has produced three shots, four chances created, seven crosses, four tackles won and one interception in his last three appearances. He will look for another strong performance Saturday against Aston Villa.
NOVEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Creates three chances Cucurella created three chances during a 0-0 draw Saturday against Norwich City.
Impact Across his last two Premier League games, Cucurella created seven chances. Those seemingly indicate he is acclimating to the Brighton & Hove Albion team well despite a lackluster start.
OCTOBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Busy vs. Arsenal Cucurella created four chances and sent in seven crosses (two accurate) during Saturday's goalless draw with Arsenal.
Impact Cucurella led the way in chances created and made the most of his duty on set-pieces sending in a plethora of dangerous crosses. The wide-midfielder also added plenty of defensive volume to continue his good form. He has a great match against Norwich after the international break.
OCTOBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Whips in six crosses Cucurella crossed six times (one accurate) and made six tackles (winning three) during Monday's 1-1 draw with Crystal Palace.
Impact Cucurella was held off the scoresheet but contributed on both sides of the ball Monday. The wide man finished with the second highest amount of crosses and tackles on the team in the draw.
SEPTEMBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Creates chance in win Cucurella played 82 minutes and created a chance in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Brentford.
Impact Cucurella made his first appearance for Brighton on Saturday, starting in left midfield against Brentford. The 23-year-old should be a regular in the XI moving forward.
SEPTEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
What Brighton can expect from Marc Cucurella, the defence-first full-back known as 'The Hair' Andy Naylor, Dermot Corrigan and Tom Worville discuss Brighton's £15 million signing and what he will add to Graham Potter's squad
SEPTEMBER 3, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Brighton complete signing of Marc Cucurella from Getafe on five-year contract Brighton have completed the signing of Getafe left-back Marc Cucurella on a contract until 2026.The Athletic understands that the Premier Le...
AUGUST 31, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
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Signs with Brighton Cucurella has completed a move to Brighton, signing a five-year deal from Getafe.
Impact Cucurella is a nice signing for Brighton just before the end of the window. He gives them another option on the left wing, an area they've struggled with when Solly March has been hurt. He's started 37 matches each of the last two seasons at Getafe and while he doesn't have huge numbers, scoring four goals with seven assists in that period, he's done it from 56 shots and 92 chances created.
AUGUST 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Out Monday Cucurella was left out of the squad list for Monday's match against Getafe.
Impact Cucurella is expected to transfer to Brighton after the Seagulls paid his release clause Monday morning, so there shouldn't be any reason to suspect an injury or other causes for his absence just yet. In his absence, Carles Alena and Vitolo will try to play more creative roles on the wings.
AUGUST 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
In squad list Cucurella made the squad list for Friday's trip to Valencia.
Impact Cucurella joins his teammates after winning Olympic silver in Tokyo and electing not to take any extended break. With a potential move away from Los Azulones still on the radar, it will be interesting to see what kind of role Cucurella takes on early in the season.
AUGUST 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Continues good tournament Cucurella logged nine crosses (two accurate) in 105 minutes of Tuesday's 1-0 win over Japan.
Impact Cucurella has held down the left-back spot throughout the Olympics and added a few more crosses to make his efforts that much more valuable. Heading into the gold medal match against Brazil, Cucurella could be a key figure if he's given more freedom on the wing.
AUGUST 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Busy in win Cucurella made four tackles and logged three crosses (one accurate) during Sunday's 1-0 win over Australia.
Impact Cucurella was slotted at left-back instead of on the wing and put in a hard-working shift to help his team secure the victory. So long as Spain are expected to dominate their opponents in possession, Cucurella could be an asset as a two-way player if he remains in this position for another game.
JULY 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Brighton competing with Roma for Getafe's Cucurella Brighton & Hove Albion are competing with Jose Mourinho’s Roma for Getafe’s Marc Cucurella.Other clubs are expected to come into the reckoni...
JULY 15, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
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Logs five crosses in draw Cucurella provided five crosses (zero accurate) in 88 minutes of Sunday's scoreless draw with Granada.
Impact Cucurella had as good a season as possible for the league's worst attacking club as he scored three goals, provided two assists and logged 138 crosses. With the last stat ranking joint-11th in the league, Cucurella offered plenty of relabel value all season, though a good striker would definitely help his case as a creative player.
MAY 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Sets up goal in 2-1 win Sunday Cucurella assisted once, took one shot (none on target), created one chance and sent five crosses (two accurate) during the 2-1 win against Levante on Sunday.
Impact Cucurella looked in form during the win Sunday. The midfielder did not see the ball often, but when he did there was something positive coming out of it. He kicked off the game with a great assist across the box early in the opening minutes. The assist showcased his pace and vision as well as his accuracy in terms of passing. Cucurella generates crosses in bunches with the addition of a shot or two and or a tackle or two. He is certainly one of the better value plays from Getafe.
MAY 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Athletic Bilbao routs Getafe 5-1 in Spanish league
Athletic Bilbao has maintained its impressive run of late by routing Getafe 5-1 in the Spanish leagueJANUARY 25, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Kubo debuts, helps Getafe beat Elche in Spanish league
Young Japan forward Takefusa Kubo has made his debut with Getafe and helped his new club come from behind to defeat Elche 3-1 in the Spanish leagueJANUARY 11, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Cucurella: Getafe Determined to Improve Marc Cucurella discusses Getafe's objectives for the 2020-21 LaLiga season following the heartbreaking end to the 2019-20 campaign.
OCTOBER 1, 2020 • BEINSPORTS.COM
Pellegrini's Real Betis loses another one in Spanish league
Manuel Pellegrini’s good run with Real Betis has come to an end in the Spanish leagueSEPTEMBER 29, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
