Pau Cubarsi comments on Laporte, Alvarez, and Messi ahead of final
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 11:55 AM
Last updated Jul 19, 2026
Barcelona defender Pau Cubarsi is preparing for his first FIFA World Cup final, set to occur against Argentina. The 19-year-old reflects on his solid partnership with Aymeric Laporte throughout the tournament, highlighting the experience they bring to Spain's defense. He also notes the challenge posed by Argentina's Julian Alvarez and the significance of sharing the pitch with Lionel Messi, a childhood idol. Cubarsi's performances have bolstered his reputation as one of the game's promising young talents.
- •Cubarsi aims to be the second-youngest center-back to start a World Cup final.
- •He praises his understanding with Laporte during the tournament.
- •Cubarsi acknowledges the threat posed by Alvarez and Messi.
- •He reflects on his idolization of Messi growing up.
- 11:55 AMYahoo Sports — Pau Cubarsi talks Aymeric Laporte, Julian Alvarez and Lionel Messi: ‘Can imagine him playing alongside me’
"Barcelona defender Pau Cubarsi is preparing for the biggest match of his young career, with the teenager set to become the second-youngest centre-back ever to start a FIFA World Cup final. Ahead of S...
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