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Barcelona given good news on Fermin Lopez as midfielder's return from injury nears

Barcelona have been handed a major fitness boost as Fermin Lopez edges closer to a comeback. The 22-year-old midfielder, sidelined since lat...

OCTOBER 3, 2025 • goal

Barcelona given good news on Fermin Lopez as midfielder's return from injury nears

Off with knock Garcia came off with an apparent knock during the second half of Wednesday's clash with PSG.

Impact Garcia came off walking gingerly during the second half of Wednesday's clash. The injury didn't appear to be overly serious at first, though he was unable to carry on. Andreas Christensen came on to replace him for the closing stages Wednesday. Christensen could be in line for a larger role during Sunday's trip to Sevilla if the injury keeps Garcia sidelined.

OCTOBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Goal in win Garcia scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Thursday's 3-1 victory versus Oviedo.

Impact Garcia buried his first goal of the season, as he landed his first shot on target in four league games. He also accounted for his third chance created in three league outings and completed a minimum of 70 passes for the fourth time in six league games.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Barcelona rallies to defeat Oviedo 3-1 in Spanish league after blunder by goalkeeper Joan García

Barcelona overcame a blunder by goalkeeper Joan García to come from behind and win 3-1 at promoted Oviedo in the Spanish league

SEPTEMBER 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Center-back defensively excellent Garcia logged three interceptions, two tackles (two won) and two clearances during Barcelona's 3-0 win Sunday against Getafe.

Impact Now that Jules Kounde is healthy, Garcia can be a center-back again. During the Barcelona-Getafe game, only he logged multiple interceptions and tackles won. For both statistics, Garcia also updated his 2025-26 season's bests.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Plays full game Garcia generated one shot (one on goal) and three chances created in Saturday's 3-0 win versus Mallorca.

Impact Garcia was reliable at right-back, completing 53 passes at 95% accuracy, making four tackles and two clearances. His return to the starting 11 ensured defensive stability, contributing to the clean sheet. His role in helped Barcelona's 71% control in possession.

AUGUST 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Why did Eric Garcia start over Jules Kounde | Sporting News In a strange decision, Hansi Flick decided to play Eric Garcia at right back ahead of standout Jules Kounde.

AUGUST 16, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

1,500 minutes in defense Garcia started in 14 of his 29 appearances while recording two goals on eight shots and three assists on seven chances created in La Liga.

Impact Garcia returned to Barcelona this season from a loan spell with Girona and assumed the role most would expect from the defender, earning just over 1,500 minutes of play in a rotational role. That said, he would be stuck behind Jules Kounde for time at right-back this campaign, not seeing a true spot until the last five games of the season, although he did see three goal contributions during that spell. That said, he does have an eye for the ball when on the field, although he seems unlikely to beat out Kounde. He has one year left on his contract with the club and could be in for an extension if he can continue at the levels he ended the season at.

JUNE 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Earns yet another goal contribution Garcia assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 3-2 defeat against Villarreal. In addition, he was given a ye...

Impact Garcia continued his late-season success Sunday, as the defender would see yet another goal contribution after earning an assist on Lamine Yamal's 38th-minute goal. This now makes it three goal contributions across the club's past four games for the defender. He has now recorded two goals and three assists in 28 league appearances this season.

MAY 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Barcelona 4-3 Real Madrid: Hansi Flick's side win seven-goal thriller in El Clasico to move clear at the top of LaLiga Match report as Barcelona beat Real Madrid in a seven-goal thriller that possibly seals the LaLiga title for Hansi Flicks side; Barcelona no...

MAY 11, 2025 • SKY.COM

Scores again Garcia scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 4-3 win over Real Madrid.

Impact Garcia once again saw the start Sunday with Jules Kounde out, seeing 78 minutes of work at right-back. That said, he would also see another goal after scoring last outing, finding the back of the net in the 19th minute for the club's opening goal of the match. This brings him to four goal contributions in 26 appearances this season.

MAY 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Barcelona must regroup after Inter loss to face Real Madrid in crucial La Liga clasico

Barcelona must recover from its painful Champions League exit in time to face Real Madrid on Sunday with the La Liga title on the line

MAY 8, 2025 • Associated Press

Starts and scores Garcia scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Tuesday's 4-3 defeat against Inter Milan.

Impact Barcelona and Inter Milan were each other's opponents for the 2025 Champions League semifinals. During their first leg, Barca's right-back Jules Kounde suffered a hamstring injury, so Garcia logged 48 minutes then. Kounde has not recovered, so Barca started Garcia at right-back. Offensively, it paid off considering he got Barcelona on the board. However, he defensively disappointed, and his other on-goal shot was relatively easy, made all the more worse with Barca's team out of UCL competition.

MAY 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists only goal in the game Garcia assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Tuesday's 1-0 win over Mallorca.

Impact Garcia provided only his second assist of the season as he helped Barcelona continue to make their push towards the title. In the game, he also attempted two shots, getting one on target. This was only the second game this season in which he has attempted two shots and only the fourth game in which he has created a chance.

APRIL 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Barcelona protects its La Liga lead with a narrow win at Leganes

Barcelona eked out a 1-0 win after an own goal from relegation-threatened Leganes to protect its lead in the Spanish league

APRIL 12, 2025 • Associated Press

"From now on, every match is a final" - Barcelona star Eric Garcia makes claim after 4-1 win over Girona Barcelona centre-back Eric Garcia reckons every remaining game matters following the 4-1 La Liga home win over Girona on Sunday (March 30).

MARCH 30, 2025 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Scores late in Sunday's win Garcia scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 4-1 victory over Sevilla. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 80th minute.

Impact Garcia scored his first La Liga goal of the season Sunday, an unassisted header in the 89th minute which took the 4-1 lead. It came on his lone shot of the match. He also won one tackle, intercepted one pass, made one clearance and blocked one shot in his 19 minutes off the bench.

FEBRUARY 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Goal from defense Garcia scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Tuesday's 5-4 victory against Benfica.

Impact Garcia notched a crucial goal to equalize the game in the 86th minute before the club's eventual game-winner, with the defender rising up to score a header. This is a rare goal for him, as it is his first of the season in all competitions. He was quiet outside of the goal, only appearing for 16 minutes as a substitute.

JANUARY 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back on bench Garcia (groin) is on the bench for Tuesday's match against Brest.

Impact Garcia returned to training this week and was expected to return this match, so it is no surprise to see him back on the team sheet. He will likely see time off the bench later in the match, hoping to see time to test his legs after seven matches out.

NOVEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

On squad list Garcia (groin) is on the squad list for Tuesday's match against Brest.

Impact Garcia could be in for his return Tuesday, with the defender being named to the squad list after dealing with a groin issue. This could have been slightly expected, as he did return to work in the gym around 10 days ago. He will hope to end his seven-match absence Tuesday, although he will likely only serve off the bench in his return.

NOVEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Training in gym Garcia (groin) has returned to training within the gym, according to his team.

Impact Garcia looks to be making good improvements on his return, with the defender working in the gym on Saturday. This leaves him on the right pace to return after the break as expected, likely getting back into team training next week. This is great news, as he is a solid rotational player when fit.

NOVEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Eyeing return after break Garcia (groin) is set for a return following the international break, according to manager Hansi Flick. "I think he will return after the break. He has had problems and we had to d...

Impact Garcia seems to need just a bit more time for a return after a slight setback, with the defender slated to return after the international break. This is unfortunate but also good news for the club, as they at least have a plan in place for his return. He only started in four of his nine appearances before injury, likely to see a rotational role once fit.

NOVEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play vs. Bayern Munich Garcia won't play against Bayern Munich in Wednesday's Champions League due to an adductor injury, Javier Miguel of Diario AS reports.

Impact The injury is not severe, but Barcelona will rest him for the Bayern Munich game in order to avoid further damage. Despite his absence from the UCL match, Garcia could be available for the derby against Real Madrid on Saturday.

OCTOBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Injured in warmups Garcia is a last-minute absence for Sunday's game versus Sevilla after suffering discomfort in warmups.

Impact Garcia's place in the starting lineup has been taken by a more offensive-minded Ansu Fati, with both Pedri and Marc Casado featuring in the holding midfield zone. The versatile defender is now questionable for the midweek UCL meeting with Bayern Munich.

OCTOBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists hat trick goal Garcia assisted once to go with one shot (not on goal) in Sunday's 3-0 win versus Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Garcia took to the pitch after 6 minutes Sunday for an injured Ferran Torres. The defender executed a clearance and blocked a shot, in attack he had an attempt blocked and created the assist for Barca and Robert Lewandowski's third goal. The Spanish U23 international usually appears from the bench and has delivered one clean sheet.

OCTOBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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