"Too good for the sport", "Might actually be the missing key" - Fans hail Barcelona star for showing in 2-1 win against Newcastle

Barcelona fans on X (formerly Twitter) have heaped praise on goalkeeper Joan Garcia after the 2-1 win over Newcastle United in the UEFA Champions League on Thursday, September 18. Many believe that he was the key reason for their win at St James Park.

Hansi Flick's side started their UEFA Champions League campaign against Newcastle United and could have fallen behind in the first half. The Spaniard made two key saves before pulling off three more in the second half to help them keep their lead in the match.

Anthony Gordon managed to squeeze one past the Barcelona goalkeeper in the final minutes of the game, but the brace from Marcus Rashford helped them seal the win. Fans were quick to heap praise on the Spaniard and posted:

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@DenisTheLegend_

Joan Garcia might actually be the missing key to that Barca team.

arturo :) mourning better times

@arturolives

joan garcia i will buy a hundred statues in your honor

H I MFcb

@HIMcompz

Joan garcia is too good for the sport

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@CrazyClownytr

joan garcia u have changed my life

Hansi Flick also heaped praise on Garcia, saying he was thankful for the goalkeeper making key saves in the game. He said after the game:

"Joan García has played a fantastic match. Having this player is incredible, he is fast and gives his all. I'm very happy with him, and he has saved us in very difficult situations."

The Catalan side signed Garcia from derby rivals Espanyol after activating his €25 million contract. The Spaniard has signed a contract until 2031, after snubbing interest from Real Madrid and Arsenal.

Marcus Rashford delighted to score brace for Barcelona against Newcastle United

Barcelona loanee Marcus Rashford spoke to TNT Sports after scoring a brace in the win over Newcastle United, and said that he was delighted to play a key role. He said that Hansi Flick's training is making him a better player, and it has helped him get on the scoresheet. He said (via Metro):

"It’s going good. Obviously learning a lot, it’s a new way of football. I’m enjoying it all and I think it’s making me a better player. That’s what I’m here to do, help the team win but also try and improve and be the best I can. Honestly it’s an amazing experience, I’ve always been a huge admirer of Barcelona. Most people my age have watched them play from when we were younger, so it’s amazing football, amazing players and we just want to win as much as possible."

Barcelona signed Rashford on loan for the season from Manchester United after the Englishman was told he has no place in Ruben Amorim's squad. The Catalan side have a £40 million option to sign him permanently next summer.