Kubasi: The toughest striker to play against is Mbappe; happy with Yamal s achievements

Hupu News on October 10 Recently, young Barcelona central defender Kubasi accepted an interview with "World Sports News". He talked about El Clasico, Mbappe and Yamal, and also mentioned his desire for the World Cup. The following is the second half of the interview.

There is a very special game next, the El Clasico at the end of the month. How do you treat the El Clasico, especially at the Bernabeu?

It's always exciting to play there, every kid wants to play El Clasico, especially for the club of your life. The Bernabeu is extra special because of the atmosphere it conveys. I haven’t had a chance to experience Camp Nou yet, but I will soon. We will do our best.

So far, you have done well against Real Madrid. Since Flick took office, Barcelona has won four El Clasicos. If you include friendly matches, it will be five. What kind of Real Madrid do you expect to face?

As always Real Madrid, a tough opponent, they will compete with you and ask you to give 100%. Last year's game is in the past and has no meaning. We have to go all out and try to perform well as we do in every game.

I won't ask you directly about Mbappe, but you also have to face Yamal in training. Which is more difficult to defend Mbappe or defend Yamal?

Both are difficult. I face Yamal more in training. He can always break through you from any direction. The same is true for Mbappe on the court. I think both of them are very unique. They play important roles in their respective teams and are great players.

Is Mbappe the most difficult striker you have ever faced?

Yes, especially because of his speed and level, it is always difficult to deal with.

On a personal level, with your outstanding performance, you are competing for individual awards. You have been nominated for the Copa Award and now the Golden Boy Award, but as a central defender, you don’t seem to have an advantage in these awards, do you?

I always pay more attention to collective work and collective honor. If you do these well, personal honor will follow. It's recognition for a job well done, but it's the collective that matters and I have to focus on that.

You always seem to be very cautious, calm, and down-to-earth. If you get a little drifting at any time, who will pull you down?

Mainly my family, my parents, my friends and my agency. They gave me a lot of help and I just had to stay true to myself and not change anything just because I was on the court or in the street.

How do you deal with becoming famous and becoming a Barcelona player? Has your life changed much?

Yes, life does change, but I am a quiet boy who likes to stay at home and not get into trouble on the street.

You don't look like you're going to cause trouble

No (laughing).

Have you ever had to remind a teammate to stay calm? I think about Yamal

because he's so good and so many people are targeting him, and there's always going to be people saying things to discourage him, but he has a clear mind. He doesn't have to worry about that and just keeps doing what he's doing: playing football and being a good guy.

You and Yamal have known each other since you came to Barcelona. How do you see his growth?

When I arrived at Barcelona, ​​Yamal was already in the team. I could see from an early age that he would become something great, and I am happy for what he has achieved, which was not easy. People think success is easy but don't see the hard work behind it and I'm so happy for him.

Now let’s talk about the national team. How do you feel that your role here is different from that at Barcelona?

Coming to the national team is always a source of pride. Representing the country, I always devote myself 100% and train with all my strength. If I get a chance to play, I will prove my ability and if not, be a good part of the team.

What does de la Fuente want from you?

Be myself, he requires the same from me as he did at Barcelona. Although our defense will not be as advanced here, the concept is almost the same: keep the ball at your feet and control the rhythm of the game.

Does this also help with adaptation?

Yes, it helps a lot because you are used to building the offense from the back.

There are a lot of Barcelona teammates here too, which I think makes things easier.

Yes, it's always easier to share the pitch with people you train with.

Another name: Huizen, someone in the Football Association told me some time ago that the future central defender partner of the national team will be Kubasi and Huizen. What does this mean to you?

I don't see this as a responsibility, everyone has their own path. We are all in a stage of growth and must improve every day. I think we're doing a good job and if we get a chance to play together for many years, let's continue. If not, we will work hard on our own.

Now there are two very important games for the national team

Yes, there are two key games now. If we win, we will almost enter the World Cup. And being at home and having our fans behind us is an added advantage that helps us win.

You missed the European Cup last time, when you were still very young and just emerging. Later you participated in the Olympics. What does participating in the World Cup mean to you?

The World Cup is the most important event for football players. Every child dreams of participating in the World Cup. If given the opportunity, we will seize it with great desire, enthusiasm and pride.