Joan Garcia

Footballer

Joan Garcia is a talented Spanish footballer born in 2001, known for his skills as a goalkeeper.

He began his professional career with RCD Espanyol B in 2019, where he quickly made a name for himself.

Garcia made his first-team debut for RCD Espanyol de Barcelona in December 2021, showcasing his potential on a larger stage.

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Biography

Early Life

Joan Garcia Pons was born in 2001 in Sallent, Barcelona, Catalonia. He began his football journey at the tender age of four, playing as an outfield player for his hometown club, CE Sallent. Influenced by his older brother, he transitioned to the goalkeeper position, showcasing his talent early on. Garcia's youth career saw him represent several clubs, including Manresa and Damm, before joining the youth ranks of RCD Espanyol in 2016 at the age of 15.

Career

Garcia made his senior debut with Espanyol B on September 28, 2019, in a match against Valencia Mestalla. His impressive performances led to a contract renewal with the club until 2025. He made his first-team debut on December 1, 2021, in a Copa del Rey match, and his La Liga debut on January 10, 2022. Following the departure of Oier Olazábal in June 2022, Garcia was promoted to the number one goalkeeper for the 2022-23 season, where he made several appearances despite the team's relegation.

In November 2023, he extended his contract with Espanyol until 2028, marking a significant milestone in his career. Garcia's international career is equally impressive; he has represented Spain at various youth levels and was part of the under-23 squad that won the gold medal at the 2024 Summer Olympics. He made his senior debut for the Spain national team in March 2026 and was included in the squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where Spain emerged victorious.

Legacy

Garcia's accolades include being named the Espanyol Male Player of the Season for 2023-24 and earning spots in the La Liga Team of the Season for 2024-25 and 2025-26. He also won the La Liga Zamora Trophy and the Save of the Season award in 2025-26, solidifying his reputation as a top goalkeeper in Spanish football. As he continues his career with FC Barcelona starting in 2025, Garcia is poised to leave a lasting impact on the sport.

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Club career

Espanyol

Born in Sallent, Barcelona, Catalonia, Garcia began his career with hometown side CE Sallent at the age of four; initially an outfield player, he was influenced by his older brother to move to goal. He subsequently represented Manresa and Damm before joining the youth sides of Espanyol in 2016, aged 15.

Beginnings and debut

Garcia made his senior debut with the reserves on 28 September 2019, starting in a 1–1 Segunda División B away draw against Valencia Mestalla. On 11 February 2020, he renewed with the Pericos until 2025. Garcia made his first-team debut on 1 December 2021, starting in a 3–2 away win over Solares-Medio Cudeyo in the season's Copa del Rey. He made his professional – and La Liga – debut on 10 January 2022, starting in a 1–2 home loss against Elche.

2022–2024: First team and breakthrough

After goalkeeper Oier Olazábal departed the club on 29 June 2022, Garcia was handed the number one shirt in the 2022–23 campaign, moving from his previous number 34. Over the season, he served as a back-up in La Liga, featuring in three Copa del Rey matches. On 4 June 2023, the final day of the league campaign, Garcia started in a 3–3 La Liga home draw against Almería, although Espanyol had been relegated to the Second Division before the game. He ended the season with 4 appearances and 1 clean sheet. On 16 November 2023, Espanyol announced that the club and Garcia had reached an agreement to extend his contract until 30 June 2028. In…

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International career

Garcia is a former youth international for Spain, having represented the Spain U17s, U18, U19s, and U21s. In July 2024, he was selected in the Spain under-23 squad for the 2024 Summer Olympics. He and Spain would go on to win the Olympic gold medal at the men's football event in the Olympics. On 31 March 2026, Garcia made his senior debut for Spain in an international friendly against Egypt at the RCDE Stadium, coming off the bench for David Raya in the 62nd minute of a goalless draw. He was included in Luis de la Fuente's 26-man squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup on 25 May, and made his first start for the nation on 4 June in a friendly draw against Iraq. Garcia remained an unused substitute as Spain went on to lift the World Cup for a second time on 19 July.

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Career statistics

Club

As of match played 9 September 2026

International

As of match played 31 March 2026

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Club: Spain national under-17 association football team (2018–2018)
Club: Spain national under-18 football team (2018–2019)
National team: Spain
Club: FC Barcelona (2025–)
Club: Spain men's national football team (2026–)
Club: RCD Espanyol B (2019–2021)
Club: Spain national under-19 football team (2019–2019)
Club: Catalonia national football team (2025–)
Club: Spain national under-21 association football team (2021–2022)
Club: RCD Espanyol de Barcelona (2022–2025)

Legacy

Honours

Barcelona

La Liga: 2025–26 Supercopa de España: 2026 Spain U23

Summer Olympics gold medal: 2024 Spain

FIFA World Cup: 2026 Individual

Espanyol Male Player of the Season: 2023–24 La Liga Team of the Season: 2024–25, 2025–26 La Liga Zamora Trophy: 2025–26 La Liga Save of the Season: 2025–26

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