Pau Cubarsí, at 17 years and 79 days old, has set a new record by becoming the youngest defender to start in a Champions League quarter-final, playing a pivotal role in Barcelona's match against PSG at the Parc des Princes. His performance was highlighted by a line-breaking pass that initiated Barcelona's opening goal. This contribution has been recognized as a significant impact on the game, with Barcelona securing a 'great victory' according to their coach, Xavi. Cubarsí's task during the match included attempting to slow down Kylian Mbappe.
Xavi hails 'great victory' as Barcelona grab advantage against PSG ➡️ https://t.co/przOayVlmq https://t.co/PngQZPPXPV
17-year-old Pau Cubarsí came up big for Barcelona 💪 https://t.co/FZhTIFo6Ft
On Barcelona's opening goal, it was the line-breaking pass from 17-year-old Pau Cubarsí that started the sequence and launched their attack. The youngest defender to EVER start a UCL quarterfinal is making an impact 🔥 https://t.co/hiL0lPoRQ3
At 17 years and 79 days, Pau Cubarsí has become the youngest defender EVER to start in the quarterfinals of the Champions League. He'll be tasked with slowing down Kylian Mbappe at the Parc des Princes. No pressure 😅 https://t.co/lTFpac4M7p
🚨 𝗥𝗘𝗖𝗢𝗥𝗗: Pau Cubarsí will become the youngest defender in history to start a quarter-final of the Champions League. He is 17 years and 79 days old! 👶💙❤️ https://t.co/7LtCZDad7v