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Joan García's Stellar Saves Ignite Spain Call-Up Debate

1/8/2026

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Joan García, FC Barcelona goalkeeper, saved seven times in the Catalan derby, fueling debate on his Spain call-up.
Since returning from injury, García has seven clean sheets in 16 appearances, helping Barcelona extend their La Liga lead.
García's form merits consideration despite the reliability of Unai Simón, David Raya, and Álex Remiro.
His absence from recent call-ups raises questions about a national-team role as the World Cup approaches.

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Joan García, FC Barcelona goalkeeper, saved seven times in the Catalan derby, fueling debate on his Spain call-up.
Since returning from injury, García has seven clean sheets in 16 appearances, helping Barcelona extend their La Liga lead.
García's form merits consideration despite the reliability of Unai Simón, David Raya, and Álex Remiro.
His absence from recent call-ups raises questions about a national-team role as the World Cup approaches.