Pau Cubarsí: No fear of Mbappé, but must stay alert
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Barcelona defender Pau Cubarsí says he is not afraid of Kylian Mbappé but acknowledges the forward's ability to change a game instantly. He compares Mbappé to Lamine Yamal, stressing the need for 90 minutes of alertness.
Barcelona defender Pau Cubarsí has said he is not afraid of facing Kylian Mbappé, but acknowledged the forward's ability to change a game in an instant.
“Mbappé? I am not scared. No fear,” Cubarsí told Diario AS. “But everyone knows his qualities. Even if he's not involved in the match, he can change the game with a quick action.”
Cubarsí compared Mbappé to his Barcelona teammate Lamine Yamal, describing both as unique talents. “He is unique, like Lamine Yamal. You have to stay alert for 90 minutes,” he said.
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