History of Pau Cubarsí in Timeline

Pau Cubarsí Paredes is a Spanish professional footballer recognized for his role as a centre-back for both La Liga club Barcelona and the Spain national team. Widely regarded as a promising young defender, Cubarsí is celebrated for his distribution skills, astute defensive positioning, and exceptional game intelligence. These qualities have quickly established him as one of the most talented young defenders globally.

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January 2007: Pau Cubarsí's Birth

On January 2007, Pau Cubarsí Paredes was born. He is a Spanish professional footballer known for playing as a centre-back for La Liga club Barcelona and the Spain national team.

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2018: Move to Barcelona

In 2018, Pau Cubarsí moved from Girona to Barcelona to progress through their academy.

April 2023: First team training call-up

In April 2023, Cubarsí was called up by manager Xavi to train with the first team.

January 2024: First Team Debut

On 18 January 2024, Cubarsí made his first team debut for Barcelona against Unionistas de Salamanca in the Copa del Rey, coming on as a substitute in the 46th minute. His first start was against Real Betis in La Liga the day before his 17th birthday.

March 2024: Senior Spain Team Debut

In March 2024, Cubarsí was called up to the senior Spain team and debuted in a friendly match against Colombia, becoming the youngest defender to ever play for Spain at 17 years one month and 28 days.

March 2024: Champions League Debut

On 12 March 2024, Cubarsí debuted in the UEFA Champions League against Napoli and was named Player of the Match, becoming the youngest player to debut in the competition's knockout phase at 17 years and 50 days.

April 2024: Youngest Defender in Champions League Quarter Finals

On 10 April 2024, Cubarsí became the youngest defender to start in the quarter finals of the Champions League at 17 years and 79 days.

May 2024: Preliminary Squad for UEFA Euro 2024

On 27 May 2024, Cubarsí was named in the 29-man preliminary squad for the UEFA Euro 2024.

May 2024: Contract Extension

On 9 May 2024, Barcelona announced an agreement with Cubarsí for a contract extension until 30 June 2029.

July 2024: Selection for Summer Olympics

In July 2024, Cubarsí was selected for the Spain under-23 squad for the 2024 Summer Olympics.

2024: Speaks Catalan at the Olympic Games

While playing for Spain at the Olympic Games in 2024, Cubarsí stated that he rarely takes part in interviews because he is not fluent speaking Spanish, having only ever lived in Catalonia and used his native language.