David Raya: Joan Garcia hails Arsenal Star as world’s best
Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya has received a significant boost to his 2026 World Cup ambitions.Fellow Spanish international Joan Garcia singled him out for high praise during a recent interview. The B...
David Raya: Joan Garcia hails Arsenal Star as world’s best Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya has received a significant boost to his 2026 World Cup ambitions. Fellow Spanish international Joan Garcia singled him out for high praise during a recent interview. The Barcelona shot-stopper recently earned his first senior call-up to Luis de la Fuente’s squad.
Consequently, he described the Arsenal number one as a standout performer on the global stage. Speaking to El Larguero , Garcia highlighted Raya’s ability to handle the unique physical demands of English football. “Right now, I like David Raya,” Garcia explained when asked to name the world’s best goalkeeper.
“He’s having a fantastic season in the Premier League. He’s under immense pressure with set-pieces, his footwork. He is playing at a very high level, and I’m really enjoying watching him.
” Joan Garcia is included in the Spanish team alongside Raya, Unai Simón, and Álex Remiro for this month’s friendlies against Serbia and Egypt. “A Very High Level”: Joan Garcia backs David Raya for World Cup starting spot Raya’s statistical dominance during the 2025/26 campaign provides a clear justification for this recognition. The 30-year-old currently leads the Premier League Golden Glove race with 15 clean sheets in 31 appearances.