The ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026 has showcased remarkable performances, with several Barcelona players making significant contributions. Among them stands out 18-year-old defender Pau Cubarsi, who plays a pivotal role in the Spanish national team’s defense.
In Spain’s first two group matches against Cape Verde and Saudi Arabia, Cubarsi and his defensive partners maintained clean sheets, demonstrating strong defensive solidity. Beyond his defensive contributions, Cubarsi shines with his exceptional passing ability.
According to WhoScored, Cubarsi holds the highest passing accuracy at the tournament, an astounding 98.6%. Across these two matches, he attempted 208 passes and successfully completed 205. Additionally, he created three chances through his distribution and completed 29 passes into the final third.
While attacking stars like Lamine Yamal attract much attention, Cubarsi’s defensive reliability and precise ball control are equally vital. With Spain preparing to face Uruguay next, both the team and the young defender aim to finish top of their group.
