German Embassy in Spain invites Cucurella for beer and a game, jokes "don't stick out your hand"

The German Embassy in Spain made a humorous response to Cucurella's statements on "El Partidazo de COPE". The player complained that German fans boo him every time he plays against a German team, and that it's a moment he admits he'll never forget.

The embassy released a video in response, which was discussed on the same program by spokesperson Constantin Wegner during an interview with Juanma Castaño.

Wegner confirmed that the player has been invited to the embassy, located on Fortuny Street in Madrid. The video began with a humorous historical jab: "Marc, we heard you, and you're right, Germans don't forget. We still haven't gotten over the 'phantom goal' at Wembley in 1966, but we also know how to lend a hand."

The embassy then directly invited the player: "If you can't play in Germany, come to the embassy. No one here will whistle, we'll buy you a beer, and play a friendly match. But this time, don't use your hand."

During his statement, the spokesperson explained that although the famous call was not Cucurella's fault, "some German fans have long memories." However, he still upheld the invitation: "At the embassy, we'd rather buy you a beer and play a game." Wegner stated that the reaction of German fans has become a tradition.

"Now in Germany, I would say, half the people think it's absurd, and the other half thinks it's a bit of a meme, right? Like it's something that has to be done," he said. The spokesperson also discussed the situation of Germans in Spain, stating that there are about 100,000 German residents and millions of tourists every year, highlighting the importance of the Canary Islands and the Balearic Islands.

The embassy has a total of about 80 staff members. When asked about the most famous German living in Spain, Wegner unhesitatingly named a player: "For me personally, I would say Kroos." He added: "He is Germany's representative in Spain." He also mentioned that they maintain contact with Rudiger and Barcelona through the consulate. Finally, Juanma Castaño proposed doing a show at the embassy with Cucurella and Kroos, to which the spokesperson replied that it was a "very good idea."