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Segunda División RFEF - Play-offs · Midfielder · #0 · Spain · 0 yrs
Eric Garcia is a midfielder. Eric Garcia is a Spanish international, midfielder. Eric Garcia was born in Spain. Eric Garcia's Sportra profile tracks season statistics across Segunda División RFEF - Play-offs. Eric Garcia's page brings together career clubs, trophies, injury history, multi-competition stats, and related news headlines. On Sportra you can explore Eric Garcia season statistics, transfer history, trophies, injury updates, and related news across every competition tracked in the profile.
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Ronald Araujo will be part of Liverpool next season, after arriving on loan from Barcelona. Ronald Araujo has joined Liverpool on loan from Barcelona for the 2026-27 season, with a verbal agreement between the two clubs reached on Friday and approved by Barcelona sporting director Deco. The Uruguayan defender is set to undergo his medical on August 8 before the move is finalized. The deal is structured as a season-long loan that includes an option, but not an obligation, for Liverpool to sign Araujo permanently at its conclusion. That setup allows the Reds to evaluate his fitness and form, which dipped following a 2024 injury setback, before committing to a longer-term deal, while also giving Barcelona breathing room on their salary cap to register the rest of their squad for the season. Araujo‘s departure comes after he fell down Barcelona’s defensive pecking order despite being one of the club’s four captains. Eric Garcia, Gerard Martin, and Pau Cubarsi have established themselves as Hansi Flick’s preferred center-backs, while Jules Kounde remains first-choice at right-back. The 27-year-old, who debuted for Barcelona in 2019 and has made 213 appearances with 14 goals, still holds a contract at the club through 2031 after renewing in January 2025. 🚨🚨💣 EXCLUSIVE: Liverpool agree loan deal to sign Ronald Araujo from Barcelona, HERE WE GO! 🇺🇾Verbal agreement club to club with Barça now approved by director Deco.New centre back for #LFC with a surprise bomba. pic.twitter.com/kK4GIifmff— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 7, 2026 For Liverpool, the move addresses an urgent need at the back. The club lost Ibrahima Konate to Real Madrid on a free transfer, and head coach Andoni Iraola has been dealing with injuries to Joe Gomez, Giovanni Leoni and Jeremy Jacquet, prompting him to request defensive reinforcements before the transfer window closes. Barcelona looking to reinforce defense after Araujo’s exit Araujo’s departure could coincide with Barcelona strengthening the very position that pushed him down the pecking order in the first place. The club is reportedly closing in on a two-year deal for Joao Cancelo, who would arrive from Al-Hilal for around €10 million. Should the move go through, Flick would have two established options at right-back between Cancelo and Kounde, further reducing the need for Araujo as defensive cover on that side and reinforcing the logic behind sending him out on loan.
FIFA has opened disciplinary cases against Spain's Gavi and numerous Argentina players following the 2026 World Cup final, with AFA accused of four potential breaches throughout the entire tournament. The fallout from the 2026 World Cup final continues to escalate, particularly following the wild postgame brawl that erupted on the pitch at MetLife Stadium. In response, soccer’s global governing body has opened formal disciplinary proceedings against Spain midfielder Gavi and several Argentina players, while hitting the Argentine Football Association (AFA) with four alleged code violations. In a statement released Wednesday, FIFA confirmed that its Disciplinary Committee launched an official investigation into the AFA for potential breaches across four separate articles of the FIFA Disciplinary Code. The charges include “using a sporting event for demonstrations of a non-sporting nature,” “inappropriate behavior,” “discrimination and racist attacks,” and failure to maintain “order and security at matches.” FIFA cited a series of infractions spanning the entire tournament, not just the chaotic scenes after the final whistle against Spain, including “discriminatory chants and gestures, delayed kickoffs, non-compliance with match and security protocols, the display of inappropriate messages by the team and spectators, and the throwing of objects by spectators across multiple matches,” such as a controversial flag displayed following their win over England. Players, coaching staff face potential suspensions FIFA also singled out key figures involved in the postgame scrum following the final whistle. The list of investigated individuals includes Argentine players Leandro Paredes, Nahuel Molina, and Thiago Almada, along with assistant coach Roberto Ayala. Midfielder Pablo Martin Paez Gavira, universally known as Gavi, was the sole Spanish player named in the proceedings. Leandro Paredes #5 of Argentina and Eric Garcia #4 of Spain have words after the World Cup 2026 Final. Paredes faces the most severe scrutiny, with proceedings opened for three counts of assault following his physical altercation with Eric Garcia and Gavi. Fellow Argentina defender Nahuel Molina faces two counts of assault, while assistant coach Roberto Ayala was charged with one count stemming from a heated confrontation with Dani Olmo. Beyond the assault allegations, FIFA initiated separate proceedings for potential violations regarding unsporting behavior. The governing body levied single charges of unsportsmanlike conduct against Molina, Almada, and Spain’s Gavi for their involvement in the melee. No rulings issued yet as parties prepare defense Despite opening formal proceedings, FIFA has not yet handed down any fines or suspensions to the players, coaches, or the AFA. Under the FIFA Disciplinary Code, the Argentine federation and the individuals named have been granted time to submit evidence, present their accounts of the incident, and file a formal response to the charges. Once the Disciplinary Committee reviews the submitted defenses alongside broadcast footage and official match reports, FIFA will issue its final rulings and penalties. Potential sanctions will be evaluated on an individual, case-by-case basis.
Chelsea are changing their transfer approach under Xabi Alonso, with the club looking at experienced players like Jordan Henderson. A new era is beginning at Chelsea with Xabi Alonso as the manager, which also comes with many changes to the team. As part of the new approach being implemented, the club are looking at experienced names like Jordan Henderson, Danny Welbeck and Eric Garcia. While Chelsea have characterized themselves by investing heavily in young players in recent years, their strategy could see a slight change by adding experienced figures to balance out the squad. Sky Sports reported that the Blues are interested in signing Henderson after failing to bring in Granit Xhaka. Henderson has impressed since returning to England with Brentford and remains an experienced option in midfield. The former Liverpool captain has one year remaining on his Brentford contract, but Chelsea are exploring the possibility of adding him to their squad. Chelsea hold talks for Welbeck The midfield is not the only area where Alonso wants to add more experience, as Chelsea have also explored a move for Welbeck to strengthen their attacking options. Welbeck could add some experience (Mike Hewitt/Getty Images) This outlet also reported that the club have held positive talks over a possible transfer for the Brighton striker, who has remained a reliable player for his team despite being at a later stage of his career. Welbeck has one year remaining on his contract with Brighton and would bring Premier League experience to Chelsea’s attack. His versatility and experience are among the reasons why he has become a name followed by the club. Garcia becomes a name to follow for Chelsea Chelsea are also monitoring Garcia as they look for defensive reinforcements, according to reports reproduced by Marca. The Barcelona defender has emerged as a player to follow, with his situation attracting interest from clubs looking for defensive depth. Garcia’s ability to play as a center-back and cover other defensive positions makes him an attractive option. Chelsea could face competition for his signature, with AC Milan also reportedly interested in the player.
Eric Garcia has revealed that his next major ambition is to win the UEFA Champions League with Barcelona after helping Spain lift the FIFA World Cup.The 25-year-old defender, one of eight Barcelona pl...
Spain head coach hits out at ‘acts of aggression’Fifa investigation into incident yet to result in sanctionsSpain’s head coach, Luis de la Fuente, has hit out at the “intolerable, unacceptable” behaviour of Argentina players in the immediate aftermath of Sunday’s World Cup final.At the forefront were Nahuel Molina and Leandro Paredes, who attacked Rodri and Eric García respectively at New York New Jersey Stadium as Spain’s players celebrated winning the World Cup for a second time in the country’s history. Paredes also confronted Spain’s Gavi. Continue reading...
Spain boss Luis de la Fuente gave his take on the postgame brawl between his players and Argentina following the 2026 World Cup final, describing the situation as "intolerable" and "inadmissible." The 2026 World Cup final between Spain and Argentina ended in heavy controversy, with players from both sides sparking a wild postgame melee following the final whistle. Addressing the chaotic scene, Spanish head coach Luis de la Fuente offered a sharp rebuke, calling the altercations “intolerable” and “inadmissible.” As referee Slavko Vincic blew his whistle to finalize Spain‘s 1-0 extra-time victory, a late shove from Nahuel Molina into Rodri’s midsection ignited a heated confrontation between the two benches. Midfielder Leandro Paredes emerged as a central figure in the melee after physical clashes with both Eric García and Gavi, while Argentina assistant coach Roberto Ayala was also captured on video shoving Spanish midfielder Dani Olmo. Speaking to TVE after reviewing footage of the brawl, De la Fuente offered a candid assessment of the altercations: “It is intolerable, inadmissible, and cannot be allowed. We must highlight our behavior in the face of aggressions and provocations. Believe me, at the time of those events I didn’t realize it because I was celebrating with other people, hugging colleagues. I didn’t notice.“ The Spanish manager maintained his respect for the opposition while firmly condemning their postgame behavior. “But of course, in any case, that is intolerable, inadmissible, and cannot be allowed. Players of that caliber, whom I have praised every day prior and continue to do so because they are great footballers. They have a magnificent manager who I’m sure felt just as bad as we did upon seeing those reactions. That, I insist, is not tolerable,” he added. Leandro Paredes #5 of Argentina and Eric Garcia #4 of Spain have words after the World Cup 2026 Final. De la Fuente concluded by praising his own squad’s restraint under pressure, crediting his players for preventing the situation from devolving further. “I think we must highlight our behavior in the face of those types of aggressions, of provocations. Our players always maintained proper conduct, the attitude of good sportsmen and great footballers,” he noted. Argentina players await potential FIFA disciplinary action FIFA has since issued an official statement confirming that its Disciplinary Committee has opened an investigation into potential breaches of the FIFA Disciplinary Code regarding the postgame altercations. At present, world soccer’s governing body has yet to announce formal suspensions or financial penalties for any of the Argentina players or coaching staff involved. With the next FIFA international window scheduled for September, officials have a two-month runway to hand down individual or team-wide disciplinary measures.
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