He is still only a teenager but has played over 100 games for Barcelona and has been crucial for Spain during this World Cup. He may not get the headlines like Lamine Yamal, but his contribution to Spain has been immense. Spain have only conceded one goal all tournament, and with Pau Cubarsi as the centre back who is only 19, the future looks bright.
“I am Sure He Will Be One of the Top Five Centre-Backs in History”
The 19-year-old should have had his work cut out, going up against the world’s best in Kylian Mbappe, but Cubarsi dealt with it in style, coming out on top as Mbappe drew a blank. Spain went through to the final with another clean sheet, and Pau Cubarsi’s stock went even higher. Cubarsi has been unbelievable throughout the competition; Oscar Garcia, a former Barcelona player, believes Cubarsi will be one of the five best centre-backs in history.
The quality Cubarsi has with and without the ball is what makes him special. He is so mature at only 19 years of age, and is not even close to reaching his prime. His pass completion rate at the competition is an incredible 96.2%, which makes him elite. If he continues on this trajectory, we are looking at one of the best defenders that has ever played the game.
