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Logs three tackles in win Garcia made three tackles (two won) during Sunday's 4-1 win over Real Sociedad.

Impact Garcia has started both matches to open the season, winning four of his six tackles and keeping one clean sheet. It seems like he's secured a regular role as a starter as Andreas Christensen also started Sunday but took the place of Gerard Pique instead. With defensive production like this, Garcia could inspire more confidence and improve upon his value from a season ago.

AUGUST 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Villarreal Garcia (thumb) is not in Barcelona's match day squad for Sunday's clash against Villarreal.

Impact Garcia kept five clean sheets in 26 La Liga appearances (23 starts) this season, even though he was still mostly a backup option behind Ronald Araujo and Gerard Pique in central defense. But the 21-year-old continues his development and he may be targeting the veteran Pique's starting spot next season.

MAY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Requires thumb surgery Garcia has suffered a thumb injury that will require surgery to fix, Barcelona announced Thursday.

Impact Garcia's operation will take place on Friday, meaning he will almost certainly miss Sunday's clash against Getafe at least. With Gerard Pique (groin), and Ronald Araujo (head) also injury doubts for the game, Barcelona might line up with Clement Lenglet and Samuel Umtiti in central defense.

MAY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Busy for win Garcia made four interceptions and two clearances during Sunday's 4-0 win over Madrid.

Impact Garcia made four interceptions to keep a surprisingly easy clean sheet against Madrid. The defender was stout alongside the rest of the Barca back line. While he may have limited upside Barcelona's immense form gives Garcia plenty of clean sheet potential after the international break.

MARCH 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for Sunday Garcia is fit and in the starting XI for Sunday's match with Valencia.

Impact Garcia returns after missing multiple weeks with a hamstring injury. The defender takes up a role in the Barcelona back line for Sunday's La Liga clash with Valencia.

FEBRUARY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

The Ronald Araujo or Eric Garcia debate, and what it means for the future of Barcelona's defence Ronald Araujo, despite having the strongest defensive stats compared to Garcia, has an uncertain future at Barcelona

FEBRUARY 17, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Returns to training Garcia (hamstring) has returned to training with Barcelona but is still a few weeks away from being fully fit, according to Mundo Deportivo reporter Javier Gascon.

Impact Garcia has already missed two weeks of his initial five-week recovery projection for a hamstring tweak. He is progressing a little faster than expected, but he's still not quite ready yet.

JANUARY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out with hamstring injury Garcia is expected to miss the next five weeks with a right hamstring injury, his club announced Sunday.

Impact Garcia lasted 54 minutes into Saturday's 1-1 draw with Granada but tried to play through the injury, which is never a good idea with a hamstring or muscular problems. As a result, he may have made things worse and will now be out until mid or late February. In Garcia's absence, look to Clement Lenglet as a likely replacement.

JANUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured against Granada Garcia was subbed out of Saturday's draw against Granada in the 54th minute after suffering an apparent injury. He made two clearances, an interception and won two of two tackles i...

Impact The severity of Garcia's injury is unknown as of yet, but more information should be known as further tests are carried out. Clement Lenglet replaced him on Saturday, but Samuel Umtiti is also an option in central defense if necessary.

JANUARY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Mallorca Garcia (hip) is in Barcelona's starting lineup for Sunday's clash against Mallorca.

Impact Garcia was originally an injury doubt heading into Sunday's game, but he's in the lineup from the start in central defense.

JANUARY 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Mallorca Garcia (hip) was not called up into Barcelona's squad list for Sunday's clash against Mallorca.

Impact Garcia suffered a hip injury in Barcelona's last game against Sevilla on Dec. 21, and he will miss Sunday's match now as well. Ronald Araujo will likely slide over to center back with Oscar Mingueza filling in at right back for the game.

JANUARY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured against Sevilla Garcia was subbed out of Tuesday's draw against Sevilla in the 72nd minute after suffering an apparent injury. He created a chance and won one of one tackles in the match before be...

Impact The extend of Garcia's potential injury is unclear as of yet, but he will have a few weeks to recover during the winter break before La Liga resumes for Barcelona on Jan. 2.

DECEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Espanyol Garcia (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Espanyol.

Impact Garcia left the last match before the break with an injury, but he recovered and is back in the starting XI. The center-back has started the last six league matches and will likely remain in this spot under Xavi when healthy.

NOVEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Missing internationals with injury Garcia has been replaced by Diego Llorente in the Spanish National Team for the upcoming international break after suffering an injury.

Impact Garcia was subbed out of Saturday's draw against Celta Vigo with an injury that has ruled him out of international action this week. He will be given an extended period to recover before Barcelona plays again on Nov. 20.

NOVEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet in win Garcia kept a clean sheet and conceded a yellow card during Tuesday's 1-0 win over Dynamo Kiev.

Impact Garcia hasn't received much praise for his performance lately but he still played well enough to help keep his net empty on the road. That's an important aspect to any match and especially in a team that's struggled to keep up its defensive depth in the last couple of seasons. Up next is a trip to Celta Vigo, which have scored the third-fewest goals in La Liga.

NOVEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ronaldo lifts United, Barcelona slumps in Champions League

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2021 • Associated Press

Sent off against Benfica Garcia received a red card in the 87th minute of Wednesday's Champions League defeat against Benfica following a foul on Goncalo Ramos for his second booking of the match. He took...

Impact Garcia will be suspended for the Matchday 3 clash against Dynamo Kiev on Oct. 20, but with Gerard Pique suffering an injury on Wednesday he will likely back in action against Atletico on Sunday in La Liga. Notably, this was already his second red card in just six appearances in all competitions this season.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off in draw Garcia was sent off in the final moments of Saturday's 1-1 draw with Athletic Club.

Impact Garcia has had a busy summer and started the first two games of the La Liga season, but must now miss Sunday's visit from Getafe while suspended. In his absence, Clement Lenglet and Ronald Araujo are set to start as Gerard Pique also picked up a knock in this game.

AUGUST 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Athletic Bilbao vs. Barcelona reaction: How Eric Garcia got exposed on Barca's back line ' ESPN FC

AUGUST 21, 2021 • YOUTUBE

Barcelona is LOSING to Athletic Bilbao! ' #Shorts ' ESPN FC

AUGUST 21, 2021 • YOUTUBE

Barcelona's president says club's debt now at $1.6 billion

Barcelona’s president has presented a grim picture of the club’s financial situation

AUGUST 16, 2021 • Associated Press

Barça CB Piqué Takes Big Pay Cut to Clear Way for Transfers Gerard Piqué took a substantial decrease in pay in order to clear the way for the registrations of Memphis Depay, Eric Garcia and Rey Manaj...

AUGUST 15, 2021 • SI.COM

End of an era: Barcelona says Messi won't stay with the club

Barcelona say Lionel Messi will not stay with the club

AUGUST 5, 2021 • Associated Press

Keeps clean sheet in draw Garcia kept a clean sheet with two duels won during Thursday's scoreless draw with Egypt.

Impact Garcia was one of the better players on the pitch for Spain as their attack was unable to break past a stout Egyptian defense. He should have more to do in the next game against Australia, which beat Argentina by two goals in their opening match.

JULY 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Starts in win Garcia put one shot off target and logged 71 minutes in Wednesday's 5-0 win over Slovakia in Group E.

Impact Garcia didn't appear in the first two group stage games but started over Pau Torres in the rout that secured Spain's advancement to the knockout rounds. There are some certainties to this lineup, but Garcia will still need to compete with Torres over the starting spot next to Aymeric Laporte at the heart of the defense.

JUNE 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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