Juan Garcia: Excited to Win the Title, Playing in Front of Fans Gives Us a Big Boost
Juan Garcia, Barcelona's goalkeeper, began his speech at the press conference ahead of the Athletic Bilbao match in the Spanish Super Cup semi-final by emphasizing the team's motivation to win the title, before concluding his remarks by talking about the importance of playing in front of enthusiastic fans.
Regarding the motivation in the Super Cup, Juan Garcia said: "We are very excited, the team and I personally. This is the first title we can compete for this season, and the first title I can win with this club. We are going with the goal of achieving it."
About the recent derby, he continued: "I treated the match like any normal week. I knew the atmosphere would be special because of my past, but I was able to focus on the game. Now I am only thinking about the Super Cup, and I am very eager to win the title."
On the dream of participating in the World Cup, he added: "I do not currently set the World Cup as a goal. My aim is to continue developing with Barcelona match after match. Every player loves representing the national team, and if the opportunity comes, I will be very proud."
Regarding his personal performance this season, he continued: "I am a young goalkeeper and still have a lot of room for improvement. I try to give my best. Saturday’s match was special, and I performed well, but I know I can develop more."
About the team’s current confidence, he added: "We play with confidence. There are some things we need to improve and are working on, but we have confidence in winning and keeping a clean sheet. We have a great desire for the Super Cup, while being aware of the need to improve."
Regarding the match against Athletic Bilbao, he said: "We expect a strong and intense Athletic team that knows well what to do on the pitch. They have intensity and a high tempo, and we must be prepared for that. They have important players, but we are preparing well for the match."
On the competition among goalkeepers, he added: "The atmosphere among the goalkeepers is excellent. We are three good goalkeepers, and I try to learn from everyone and know the aspects I can improve. Competition in training makes us all better."
About his saves this season, he continued: "They are very fast moments and require an immediate reaction. It depends on instinct, as there is no time to think. In those three moments, I prevented a goal, so I am happy."
Regarding mental stability, he added: "The mental aspect today has become a very important part. I work on it by imagining what could happen in the match, so I am not surprised by what I face on the pitch."
On consulting a psychologist, he said: "Everyone is different, and every player needs certain things. I have not felt the need for that support at this stage. My family’s support has been enough. In previous stages of my career, I used it, but now I have not needed it."
About the competition in general, he added: "At this level, all players are the best. My focus is on knowing what I must do to be at the highest possible level."
On his feelings in Saudi Arabia, he continued: "This is my first time here. The reception has been very good, and personally, I have a great desire. It is my first opportunity to win a title."
Regarding playing in front of passionate fans, Juan Garcia concluded his speech by saying: "It is very important. Everyone loves to see the stands full. I have not experienced the atmosphere of the fans in Saudi Arabia before, and I will live it tomorrow. I am extremely excited to have this experience."
Regarding the motivation in the Super Cup, Juan Garcia said: "We are very excited, the team and I personally. This is the first title we can compete for this season, and the first title I can win with this club. We are going with the goal of achieving it."
About the recent derby, he continued: "I treated the match like any normal week. I knew the atmosphere would be special because of my past, but I was able to focus on the game. Now I am only thinking about the Super Cup, and I am very eager to win the title."
On the dream of participating in the World Cup, he added: "I do not currently set the World Cup as a goal. My aim is to continue developing with Barcelona match after match. Every player loves representing the national team, and if the opportunity comes, I will be very proud."
Regarding his personal performance this season, he continued: "I am a young goalkeeper and still have a lot of room for improvement. I try to give my best. Saturday’s match was special, and I performed well, but I know I can develop more."
About the team’s current confidence, he added: "We play with confidence. There are some things we need to improve and are working on, but we have confidence in winning and keeping a clean sheet. We have a great desire for the Super Cup, while being aware of the need to improve."
Regarding the match against Athletic Bilbao, he said: "We expect a strong and intense Athletic team that knows well what to do on the pitch. They have intensity and a high tempo, and we must be prepared for that. They have important players, but we are preparing well for the match."
On the competition among goalkeepers, he added: "The atmosphere among the goalkeepers is excellent. We are three good goalkeepers, and I try to learn from everyone and know the aspects I can improve. Competition in training makes us all better."
About his saves this season, he continued: "They are very fast moments and require an immediate reaction. It depends on instinct, as there is no time to think. In those three moments, I prevented a goal, so I am happy."
Regarding mental stability, he added: "The mental aspect today has become a very important part. I work on it by imagining what could happen in the match, so I am not surprised by what I face on the pitch."
On consulting a psychologist, he said: "Everyone is different, and every player needs certain things. I have not felt the need for that support at this stage. My family’s support has been enough. In previous stages of my career, I used it, but now I have not needed it."
About the competition in general, he added: "At this level, all players are the best. My focus is on knowing what I must do to be at the highest possible level."
On his feelings in Saudi Arabia, he continued: "This is my first time here. The reception has been very good, and personally, I have a great desire. It is my first opportunity to win a title."
Regarding playing in front of passionate fans, Juan Garcia concluded his speech by saying: "It is very important. Everyone loves to see the stands full. I have not experienced the atmosphere of the fans in Saudi Arabia before, and I will live it tomorrow. I am extremely excited to have this experience."