The youngster partnered with Ronald Araujo in the heart of Barcelona’s defense and showcased a masterful performance, stifling Napoli’s lethal striker, Victor Osimhen, at every turn.
Cubarsi on how he stopped Osimhen
Under the astute guidance of coach Xavi Hernandez, Cubarsi was armed with the tools needed to neutralize last season’s Serie A top scorer.
“Xavi gave me the details on what to do to stop Osimhen,” Cubarsi revealed, attributing his stellar performance to the strategic insights provided by the Barcelona coach.
“It’s an honor to make my Champions League debut by winning the Man of the Match award and reaching the quarter-finals,” he added, as reported by Get Football Spain.
Xavi, renowned for his tactical acumen, praised Cubarsi’s composure in such a high-stakes encounter.
“Cubarsí was never nervous, always finding the free man. He creates time for himself, he dictates the tempo.
“It’s simply spectacular watching him play,” Xavi remarked, acknowledging the young defender’s ability to dictate the rhythm of the game.
Cubarsi’s standout performance saw him dominate the pitch, winning all six of his ground duels, particularly against Napoli’s star.
Additionally, he made five crucial clearances and maintained an impressive 90% pass accuracy, solidifying his status as a rising star in the football world.
