Rakitic: Garci is incredible in Asia and the Barcelona is in need of a goalkeeper who can save his life

Hupu September 20th News Ivan Rakitic is enjoying the fun of football on the other hand after announcing his retirement a few months ago. The retired Croatian player has played for Barcelona and Sevilla. He commented on the UEFA Champions League Newcastle vs. Barcelona in COPE Radio's "TiempodeJuego".

The Croatian completed the game commentary and added personal opinions to some scenes. He also talked about the performance of Barcelona goalkeeper Garcia, one of the protagonists who performed well at the St. James Park Stadium. The old Barcelona player congratulated the Spanish goalkeeper: "Incredible, incredible, this is why Barcelona signed him. We need a goalkeeper who can save his life in difficult times. We have him, which is very important."

Garcia has many highlights in this Champions League match: In the 7th minute, despite being offside, he still saved Xavi Barnes' single shot; in the 23rd minute, Ellanda forced a breakthrough from the right and made a cross, and Barnes scored a cross by the goal again, but Garcia saved it bravely; in the 54th minute, he steadily took Tonali's long shot. In the end, with his outstanding performance, Barcelona helped defeat their opponents 2-1.