For the first time in their history, Cuba walked onto the World Cup stage. José Tapia led the squad into the unknown.
Cuba's tournament was a mixed affair, with promising moments offset by results that ultimately cut their journey short. With 5 goals in 3 games, they carried a consistent attacking threat throughout.
They survived a penalty shootout against Romania in the Round of 16, found a way past Romania in the the last 16, and bowed out against Sweden in the Quarter-finals. Sweden proved to be a step too far, and Cuba's campaign came to a decisive end in the the quarters.
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Conceded 12 goals in 3 matches 0–8 vs Sweden.
Héctor Socorro led Cuba's attack with 3 goals at the 1938 World Cup.
The tactical mind behind Cuba's 1938 campaign. Guided Cuba to their first World Cup leading Cuba at his first World Cup.
With José Tapia at the helm, Cuba employed an underdog mentality that allowed them to push past top-tier opponents like Romania. However, their attacking prowess was ultimately matched by Sweden's defensive solidity.
