The 25-year-old Spanish defender Eric Garcia continued to deliver an impressive performance with Barcelona, starting and completing the entire match against Albacete in the quarter-finals of the Copa del Rey, according to the Spanish newspaper "Mundo Deportivo."

The match was notable for being his first without the protective mask he had worn since suffering a nasal bone fracture against Club Brugge.

García proved his worth in both positions, starting as a central defender alongside Araújo, then moving to play as a right-back after Cancelo was substituted. He recorded 106 tackles and 78 accurate passes with only two errors. He led the team in the number of aerial duels won (4) and ground duels (2), achieved the highest number of clearances (8) and interceptions (2), and also created an attacking opportunity for Ferran Torres.

Garcia is considered a key player in Barcelona's lineup, with his consistent performance affirming that renewing his contract until 2031 was a successful move. He proves that there is no doubt about his pivotal role in the team this season.