
Barcelona defender Eric Garcia has made it clear – the Catalan giants are not afraid of anyone, either in Spain or Europe. With the season entering its most decisive stretch, Garcia is embracing the pressure, speaking confidently about the club’s La Liga title challenge and the possibility of a dream Champions League final against Real Madrid.
Despite holding a four-point lead at the top of La Liga, Garcia is not taking anything for granted. He acknowledged the quality and potential of their closest rivals, warning that both Madrid sides remain in the race.
“In football, a lot can happen. Atletico, with one match a week and the squad they have, could still be in the race. Madrid are still there, but as I’ve said, La Liga depends on us, and that’s a privilege,” Garcia stated.
His words reflect both caution and confidence – an understanding of how unpredictable football can be, but also a recognition of the power Barcelona hold by being in control of their own destiny.
Turning to Europe, Garcia didn’t shy away from the prospect of facing Real Madrid in what would be one of the most anticipated Champions League finals in recent memory. While acknowledging the strength of other top contenders, he highlighted the historic weight and spectacle of a potential El Clasico final.
“In Europe, apart from PSG, Arsenal, Inter, and Bayern, who are all very strong, that match would be the most anticipated by almost everyone. It would be great to face Madrid,” he said.
But beyond the glamour of that fixture, Garcia remains grounded. His personal ambitions are clear – silverware matters, regardless of who stands in their way.
“What do I want? I’d be happy with the Copa. We’ve seen worse things at the Bernabeu, but as long as we’re in the final, we’ll face whoever is on the other side,” he added.
Garcia’s words offer a perfect snapshot of the mentality within the Barcelona camp: grounded, determined, and ready for all challenges. Whether it’s Atletico, Madrid, or the giants of Europe, the message is simple – bring it on.
As the season nears its climax, Barcelona fans will take comfort in Garcia’s confidence. The road ahead is tough, but with leaders like him embracing the fight, there’s every reason to believe this campaign could end in glory.