Pau Cubarsi will be a big player for Barcelona during their Champions League round of 16 draw against Benfica, starting with the first stage on Wednesday. Although he is only 18 years old, he has fully cemented himself as an undisputed starter for head coach Hansi Flick, and that is why he will be calculated in Lisbon.
Cubarsi played in the last meeting between the two teams in January, where Barcelona rose as 5-4 winners in a classic of all time. The young defender was disappointed with the ability to stop Benfica on that occasion, and this time he hopes for Beter.
“It was complicated, we left many opportunities. We should not try to give goals. They had a great first half in the other game, we could turn it around, but we have to try to be focused from the start. “
Cubarsi, who signed a new contract with Barcelona last month, is looking forward to the season run, which starts against Benfica. He hopes to end the campaign with the Champions League trophy that returns to Catalonia, which he has thought about in the past.
“The most important part of the season starts, when the titles are at stake, we want to continue in this good dynamic. I dreamed of winning the Champions League since I was small, it's something I want to achieve. Now it's time to enjoy the moment and try it well. “
Cubarsi also spoke about the atmosphere of the dressing room in Barcelona. He believes that the mix of younger players and experienced heads has given the perfect balance in the Hansi Flick team.
“I shared a dressing room with people from La Masia, but mixing with the veterans generates a positive energy. The support of Barcelona in me is a source of pride. '
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