Joan Garcia on Barcelona Goalkeeping Pressure

Joan Garcia has become Barcelona’s first‑choice goalkeeper under Hansi Flick. He is now preparing for the World Cup with Spain and says expectations have risen. Garcia reflected on his breakthrough season and his role in the Spanish national team. He also described life inside a Barcelona dressing room packed with competition. He praised teammate Lamine Yamal, noting the teenager is settling into the national‑team environment. Garcia expects Yamal to be ready for his debut. When asked about Victor Valdes, Garcia said he hopes to achieve the same success. He added that being selected for a World Cup squad is a dream he is eager to enjoy. Garcia acknowledged that Barcelona attracts more expectation and scrutiny, but he views the attention as positive. He said pressure is a normal part of modern football and the club is used to it. He commented on Marc‑Andre ter Stegen’s injury, calling it a shame that the veteran missed the World Cup after being in good form. Garcia said competition within the Barcelona squad remains positive and sharing the dressing room helps. Regarding Wojciech Szczęsny, Garcia described him as a funny bloke and said the team is happy to have him. He hopes the atmosphere stays that way and noted that everyone likes Szczęsny. Photo by David Ramos. Photo by Eric Alonso.