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Joan Garcia explains why Barcelona’s high defensive line suits him: ‘I like helping the team in different situations’

Barcelona goalkeeper Joan Garcia has explained why he feels comfortable playing behind Hansi Flick’s high defensive line, insisting that the tactical risks are justified by the benefits it brings to…

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Published: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 2:30 PM

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Barcelona goalkeeper Joan Garcia says Hansi Flick's high defensive line suits his playing style.
Garcia insists the tactical risks of the high line are justified by team benefits.
The comments follow Barcelona's 2-1 La Liga victory against Atletico Madrid.

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Barcelona goalkeeper Joan Garcia has explained why he feels comfortable playing behind Hansi Flick's high defensive line. The shot-stopper noted that he embraces helping the squad across different game situations and maintains that the tactical risks are worthwhile given the overall benefits.

The discussion comes in the wake of Barcelona earning a 2-1 La Liga victory against Atletico Madrid away from home. While the tactical approach requires high concentration, Garcia remains supportive of the defensive setup implemented by manager Hansi Flick.

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Joan Garcia explains why Barcelona’s high defensive line suits him: ‘I like helping the team in different situations’

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