5 best defenders at Leagues Cup 2024

The saying goes that defense wins championships, and Leagues Cup 2024 is no exception to that.

While all eyes will more than likely be on the midfielders and the attackers, we can’t forget about how important top defenders are to winning teams. Having at least a solid defense either makes or breaks teams, and in a tournament setting, having that little bit of extra quality in the backline could make all the difference.

Here are the five best defenders at Leagues Cup 2024.

Moise Bombito impressed at Copa America / Kirk Irwin/GettyImages

Moise Bombito is fresh off a Copa America campaign with Canada that was an excellent breakout tournament for the 24-year-old. Colorado Rapids will fancy their chances at a deep run in the competition with a player like Bombito holding down the fort in defense.

Israel Reyes commands the America backline / Jam Media/GettyImages

One-half of the nearly impenetrable Club America defense is Israel Reyes, who continues to improve with each match played. The Eagles will look to rely on their up-and-coming defender in a bid to take home Leagues Cup this summer.

Victor Guzman is key to the Monterrey defense / Azael Rodriguez/GettyImages

CF Monterrey will be one of the favorites to lift Leagues Cup this summer thanks in part to the talent they have in the defensive department. 22-year-old center-back Victor Guzman must be on his game if Rayados are to reach the final and take home a piece of silverware.

Tomas Aviles leads the Miami defense / Andrew Katsampes/ISI Photos/GettyImages

Inter Miami center-back Tomas Aviles has looked every part of a top defender in the making ever since he joined the club last summer. Although Aviles does have a rash challenge in him from time-to-time, he’s still set to play a huge part in the Herons’ attempt to go back-to-back as champions.

Sebastian Caceres is one of the best defenders in North America / Andrew Katsampes/ISI Photos/GettyImages

The other half of the formidable America defense is Uruguay international Sebastian Caceres, who is also coming off a solid Copa America campaign. With Caceres and Reyes in the backline, The Eagles clearly have the toughest defense to break down in Leagues Cup 2024.