With an impenetrable defense as a seal, Spain reached the final of the 2026 North American World Cup. La Roja defeated France 0-2 at the AT&T Stadium in Dallas and now awaits the winner between England and Argentina.
The key: defensive solidity
Pau Cubarsí, 19-year-old central defender, spoke after the game. “We are very happy and proud of the team’s work. We knew it would be complicated because they have spectacular players, but so do we. We have pushed like never before,” he declared.
The Barcelona defender highlighted the importance of keeping a clean sheet. “Having a clean sheet is the most important thing in football, it helps a lot. There was a rumor that we were not doing well at the back, but we have silenced many mouths: we have conceded a goal and we are in the final,” he added.
No preference for the rival
Regarding the opponent in the final, Cubarsí was clear: “I don’t want anyone, let whoever comes. Let us rest and then we will study the rival. Very special days are coming, we are going to New York. The dream is still valid and we are going to win the final.”
The young defender also motivated aspiring footballers. “To the people who have not yet taken the step at 19 years old, let them wait, things come with sacrifice. You have to enjoy football and fight for your dreams,” he shared.
Spain, with only one goal conceded in the entire tournament, will seek its second world title. The final will be in New York.
