Chelsea fullback Cucurella rejects Madueke 'laughing' claims

Chelsea fullback Marc Cucurella stood up for one of his teammates over the weekend.

The left-back has leapt to the defence of Noni Madueke, who came in for criticism recently.

The winger, who was laughing after the club's 1-0 FA Cup semi final loss to Manchester City, has not endeared himself to fans.

“It was out of context," the left-back told The Athletic. “A lot of players have different personalities.

“For sure, Noni was not happy because he always loves to win. He wants to win every game in training.

“[In] every action he shows it. I understand why the fans are not happy because we lost and he maybe showed he was happy.

“But, for sure, he was not happy. We know him."

Chelsea fullback Cucurella rejects Madueke 'laughing' claims

Chelsea fullback Cucurella rejects Madueke 'laughing' claims

Chelsea fullback Cucurella rejects Madueke 'laughing' claims

Chelsea fullback Cucurella rejects Madueke 'laughing' claims

Chelsea fullback Cucurella rejects Madueke 'laughing' claims