"Few stories at Barcelona this season have been as unexpected, or as convincing, as the impact of Joan Garcia. Under Hansi Flick, the goalkeeper has become an untouchable figure between the posts. To put things in perspective, Flick's decision to start Garcia ahead of Marc-Andre ter Stegen in the Copa del Rey tie against Racing was surprising, but by the final whistle, it looked fully justified."
"With Barcelona clinging to their lead, Garcia produced a sensational save, preventing the match from going into extra time. Once again, Garcia showed the reliability and composure that have become his trademark this season. As such, that clean sheet was his ninth of the campaign in just 19 appearances across all competitions. Even more impressive is the fact that Garcia has conceded only 16 goals so far, an elite return that places him among Europe's most efficient goalkeepers."
"When compared to Thibaut Courtois and Gianluigi Donnarumma, the numbers become even more striking, as both have reached 10 clean sheets this season, but Courtois has needed 26 matches and Donnarumma 23. His consistency stretches across competitions. In La Liga, he has already recorded seven clean sheets. With performances like these, Garcia is no longer just a form player. He is establishing himself as one of the best goalkeepers in world football and continues to strengthen his place in Luis de la Fuente's plans"
Joan Garcia has become Barcelona's first-choice goalkeeper under Hansi Flick, delivering calm and commanding performances that earned trust in important matches. Flick's decision to start Garcia ahead of Marc-Andre ter Stegen in the Copa del Rey tie against Racing was justified when Garcia produced a stoppage-time, sensational save to preserve victory. Garcia has kept nine clean sheets in 19 appearances and conceded only 16 goals across competitions, outperforming peers on a per-match basis. He has seven La Liga clean sheets and is being considered for Spain under Luis de la Fuente. Barcelona benefits from added stability, confidence, and a rising fan favourite.
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