Marc Cucurella: Coach Luis de la Fuente’s tattoo for winning the 2026 World Cup

Футболист сборной Испании Марк Кукурельла в красно-синей форме с номером 24 контролирует мяч на стадионе во время матча чемпионата мира 2026 года

In the world of football, there are often moments when players express their loyalty to the team or coach in unusual ways. One such example is the recent statement by Spanish national team and Chelsea defender Marc Cucurella. He promised to get a tattoo of the national team’s head coach, Luis de la Fuente, if Spain wins the 2026 World Cup.

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Tattoo Saves Lives: How Germany is Changing Laws Through Skin

Тату-мастер в черных перчатках наносит на предплечье клиента символический знак — круг с полумесяцем, который в Германии служит юридически значимым подтверждением согласия на донорство органов

In a world where technology is developing at breakneck speed, sometimes the most effective solutions come from the most unexpected places. In this case, from tattoo studios. The Berlin-based non-profit organization Junge Helden has developed an innovative approach to solving the problem of organ donor shortages in Germany. Their project, named OptInk, transforms tattoos into a legally binding document of consent for organ donation after death.

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Kyiv Tattoo Event 2026: Date, Location, and What to Expect at the Festival

Афиша тату-фестиваля Kyiv Tattoo Event 2026 с изображением глобуса, карты Киева, эскиза татуировки и логотипа мероприятия

In June 2026, the capital of Ukraine will once again become a center of attraction for everyone interested in tattoo culture. A large-scale event, Kyiv Tattoo Event, will take place at Art-Zavod “Platform”. This is not just an exhibition of works or a competition, but a true festival where tattooing ceases to be just a drawing on the skin and becomes part of urban culture, fashion, and art.

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Britain’s Most Tattooed Person: Fear of Needles and a Guinness World Record

Портрет мужчины с полностью покрытым татуировкой лицом, изображающим синего карпа кои с чешуей на лбу и волнами на щеках, на фоне интерьера дома.

In the world of tattoo culture, there are individuals whose stories evoke both admiration and bewilderment. One such character is Matthew Whelan, better known by his pseudonym Bodyart. He holds the title of the most tattooed person in Great Britain, but his path to this status is full of paradoxes and contradictions. Despite spending 1600 hours under the needle, Matthew admits to being terrified of them, to the point of his knees shaking.

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Belfast Hero with Spartan Tattoo Saves Victim of Stabbing

Фотография Мэтта Маккиернана в круглой рамке на фоне барельефа со спартанскими воинами; его татуировка спартанца над сердцем стала символом мужества после спасения человека от ножевого нападения в Белфасте

In the city of Belfast, where the streets recently witnessed tragic events, one man became a true hero. His name is Matt McKiernan, a 32-year-old father whose decisiveness at a critical moment saved another person’s life. But what particularly drew public attention was not only his deed but also the tattoo on his chest – an image of an ancient Spartan warrior, which seemed to become a symbol of his bravery.

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