Who Is Gonzalo Garcia? What To Know About Real Madrid’s Copa del Rey Hero vs Leganes
Gonzalo Garcia became the hero for Real Madrid as he scored a dramatic late winner in the Copa del Rey quarter-final clash against Leganes.
Carlo Ancelotti's side took a two-goal first-half lead with strikes in quick succession from Luka Modric (18') and Endrick (25'). However, Juan Cruz struck twice in the second half (39' P, 59') to make it 2-2.
It looked like the game would be heading to extra time before Gonzalo Garcia Torres scored a header from close range to snatch the win in injury time (90+3') and secure a semi-final berth for Real Madrid.
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— Real Madrid C.F. 🇬🇧🇺🇸 (@realmadriden) February 5, 2025
The 20-year-old RM Castilla product is right-footed and plays as a forward. The game against Leganes marked his third appearance for the senior team and he has now scored his first goal.
Garcia has scored 19 goals and provided three assists in 21 appearances for Castilla this season. While he is right-footed, Garcia knows his way around with the left foot and the game against Leganes showed he can be an aerial threat as well.
Gonzalo García, MADE IN MADRID. ⚪️⭐️ pic.twitter.com/ZvV5gbq2q6
— Madrid Zone (@theMadridZone) February 5, 2025
RM Castilla boss Raul has previously endorsed Garcia to be a regular in the first team. The legendary Los Blancos striker told the media back in 2023:
That is a question for Ancelotti. If he is in the squad and performs at that level, he is more prepared than others as of today. You must follow his development. Both him and other teammates. Without a doubt, he was the best player for Castilla by far.Raul
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