From a World Cup triumph to back-to-back league titles, the Spanish teenager’s stellar year earned rare recognition for defenders, extending Barca’s run of young stars.
Barcelona defender Pau Cubarsi has won the Golden Boy award, recognizing him as the best young player of the year. The 19-year-old earned the honor following a standout calendar year where he helped Barcelona win a second consecutive La Liga title and played a crucial role in Spain's World Cup victory, where he also received the FIFA Young Player of the Tournament award.
Cubarsi becomes only the second defender to claim the trophy since its inception in 2003, following Matthijs de Ligt in 2018. He joins fellow Barcelona teammates Lamine Yamal, Gavi, and Pedri as recent Golden Boy winners, while Real Madrid forward Felicia Schroeder won the Golden Girl award.
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