Andrés Cubas

Analysis: Cubas had to put in a very defensive shift in midfield after Turkey attacked consistently and generated 2.17 expected goals. Turkey also held 78% possession and controlled much of the midfield, but even in a match where Paraguay played with 10 men for half of the game, Cubas provided a strong defensive effort with 12 defensive contributions and helped secure the clean sheet. It was a major bounce-back from their previous match against the United States. Cubas has continued to show his value as a defensive presence in midfield and will have a chance to continue that form in his next match against Australia, as Paraguay enter as the favorite.

Jun 13, 2026

Commits five fouls in loss to USA

Cubas committed five fouls in Friday's 4-1 loss to the USA.

Analysis: Cubas put in a hard-working, defensively focused performance, but was often outnumbered and overrun by the United States' relentless midfield pressure. While he showed his usual commitment and ball-winning instincts, the match highlighted how difficult it was for Paraguay to establish any control in central midfield.