Spain: Pau Cubarsí responds to criticism after the France match

14.07.26 FT World Cup

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Rock-solid against France, Pau Cubarsí expressed his satisfaction after Spain's qualification for the 2026 World Cup final.

Speaking in the mixed zone, Pau Cubarsí felt that Spain had silenced the critics surrounding their defensive play. "A lot of people said our defense wasn’t good, but in the end, we shut some mouths," he explained.

During the match, Cubarsí played a key role in Spain’s clean sheet, making seven defensive interventions, winning three duels, touching the ball 44 times, completing 91% of his passes, and boasting a flawless tackling record. He was quick to highlight the collective effort: "This is the work of every player, even those on the bench. Their level in training helps us all become better footballers."

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