@witholaf: Marc Cucurella is known for giving everything on the football pitch, but away from the game, his biggest priority is his family. In June 2026, Cucurella completed a move from Chelsea to Real Madrid on a six-year contract. While many fans focused on the transfer, the Spanish defender had something much more important to consider before making his decision. His eldest son, Mateo, has autism. Because of that, Cucurella said he would never move to a new club unless he knew the city had the right schools and therapy services to support his son. Speaking to Yahoo Sports, he said, "I wouldn't go to any team where I couldn't find schools or therapies that would suit my son. My family comes first." Cucurella has also spoken honestly about the challenges his family faced after Mateo was diagnosed with autism. In an interview with El País, he admitted, "not knowing how we could help." He said that was the hardest part in the beginning. In a 2025 Amazon Prime documentary, Cucurella and his wife, Claudia Rodriguez, shared how their lives changed after the diagnosis. They explained that their family had to adjust to therapy appointments, new routines, and the difficulties Mateo experienced with change. Even simple things like holidays or moving to a new city could be emotionally challenging. Despite his success as a professional footballer, Cucurella has always made it clear that football comes second. Before signing any contract, he first makes sure his son will have the support he needs. For Cucurella, the most important victory is not winning trophies—it is doing what is best for his family. #spain #worldcup2026 #fifaworldcup

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