The Athletic FC Podcast

Ornstein transfers: Real Madrid sign Cucurella + Diomande lights up World Cup

June 15, 2026·32 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Day four of the World Cup saw no fewer than 19 goals, while away from the tournament Real Madrid have confirmed the signing of Marc Cucurella from Chelsea.Adam Leventhal is joined in-studio by Charlie Eccleshare and Tim Spiers with David Ornstein dropping by to discuss Real Madrid's deal to sign Cucurella, how Jose Mourinho is looking to rebuild at the Bernanbeu and how the deal impacts Chelsea.Chris Branch and Matt Slater look back on Germany's win over Curacao and Yan Diomande starring in Ivory Coast's victory against Ecuador.Plus, Laurie Whitwell reports from Iran's preparations to face New Zealand in Los Angeles and there's focus on today's Star of Soccer Fede Valverde.Check out The Athletic's World Cup predictor here.Host: Adam LeventhalWith: Charlie Eccleshare and Tim SpiersFeaturing: Chris Branch, Matt Slater, David Ornstein, Laurie WhitwellExecutive Producer: Guy ClarkeProducers: Jay Beale and Grayson Moody Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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