Szczesny, an unbreakable wall against Atleti
Wojciech Szczesny, the Polish goalkeeper, has become a fundamental pillar for Barça, establishing himself as one of the key players of the season. His emergency arrival in October, after Ter Stegen’s injury, has proven to be a complete success.
The fans’ affection is undeniable, and his performance has only continued to grow since he recovered his best level. According to Hansi Flick, Szczesny is the undisputed number one of the team, and he arrives in Madrid at a peak moment in his career.
His stellar performance in Lisbon, with eight crucial saves, was key for the team, which played a large part of the match with one player less. Despite a difficult start, marked by an expulsion in the Super Cup and some initial errors, Szczesny has managed to rebound strongly.
The numbers speak for themselves: Barça has not lost a single game with him in goal. In the League, every match has ended in victory, and he has only conceded two irrelevant goals. His security between the posts is palpable, conveying a confidence that was not seen before.
This progression has led the club to seriously consider his renewal. Szczesny offers guarantees that are difficult to find on the market, especially if Barça faces financial restrictions. In addition, the player has expressed his desire to continue in the elite. Now, the challenge is huge, facing an Atlético that has already scored four goals against him, although without him being able to do much to avoid it. The Metropolitano will witness his composure and quality.
