Barcelona Trusts Szczesny Against Atlético
Barcelona faces the crucial match against Atlético de Madrid with optimism, aiming to advance in the Copa del Rey and keep the dream of the treble alive. After the draw in the first leg, the possibility of a penalty shootout looms, and in this scenario, confidence in Szczesny, the Polish goalkeeper, is total.
His history of saving penalties, close to 30% success, generates security in the team. Of the 68 penalties shot against him throughout his career, he has stopped 20, distributed in Juventus, AS Roma, Arsenal, Brentford, and the Polish national team, including one to Leo Messi in the Qatar World Cup.
Szczesny has had a significant impact on Barcelona since his arrival on January 4th, establishing himself as a starter after the trust placed in him by Hansi Flick in the Spanish Super Cup. Despite a somewhat shaky start, his level has been on the rise, showing the great goalkeeper he has always been.
In the 18 games played, he has conceded 17 goals and kept a clean sheet nine times, demonstrating his solidity both in LaLiga and in the cups. At the Catalan club, they are delighted with Szczesny’s performance and his continuity seems almost assured, with a renewal proposal for one year plus another optional that is close to being accepted. The goalkeeper feels comfortable in the team, enjoying football in a young and ambitious environment, with the presence of his friend Robert Lewandowski and the possibility of winning important titles. His adaptation has been excellent, and the idea of retirement can wait.
