Joan Garcia's rise at Barcelona reignites Spain's goalkeeping debate ahead of World Cup 2026
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Joan Garcia's rise at Barcelona reignites Spain's goalkeeping debate ahead of World Cup 2026
""It seems like a lack of respect towards Unai Simón""
""Right now he is the best goalkeeper in Spain.""
""every time the coach chooses someone, he gets it right.""
""What Joan García is doing is so impressive," Benito said. "If a player appears, as was the case we saw with Lamine Yamal, who became one of the best players in the world, even if you have a winger who you trust and is go"
Joan García produced seven crucial saves in the Catalan derby at Cornellà as Barcelona beat Espanyol 2-0. García returned from a November meniscus injury and has kept seven clean sheets in 16 appearances this season while conceding 14 goals. He has faced 13 shots on target in his last three matches without conceding. Barcelona's results with his performances have helped maintain the club's La Liga lead. Spain's established goalkeeper trio—Unai Simón, David Raya, and Álex Remiro—won UEFA Euro 2024 and the previous Nations League. Some argue against changing the national team lineup close to a major tournament, while others insist García merits consideration given his current form and high-profile pundit endorsements.
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