Pau Cubarsi injured by tackle as Spain faces Uruguay at World Cup 2026

Barcelona defender Pau Cubarsi was subjected to a severe challenge from Uruguay's Agustin Canobbio during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group H match in Zapopan, Mexico, on June 26. Canobbio received a straight red card after the incident, which occurred late in the game. Despite the aggressive tackle, Cubarsi appears to have avoided serious injury. This match effectively eliminated Uruguay from World Cup contention, while Spain progresses with concerns over the health of players Nico Williams and Yeremy Pino.

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