Une of the reasons why Barcelona walked out of their Europa League round of 16 first leg against Galatasaray was Iaki Pea.
The Spanish goalkeeper on loan from the Barça team to the Turkish team was one of the most outstanding players, if not the most, of the game. Loaned by Bara to Galatasaray, the goalkeeper made his debut in what is ‘his’ stadium and he produced a more than remarkable performance.
In the first half he got two good hands off two shots from Memphis Depay, the first of them in a direct free kick and the second in a threaded shot to the long post that he saved with a great stretch.
Iaki Pea will remain with the Turkish team until the end of the season, when his loan will come to an end and he will return to Barcelona and this is how he spoke after the game: “I am very happy to help the team, we knew it was very It was difficult to keep a clean sheet, I played a good game and I am very happy with my performance. I needed minutes and here I am getting them, I am focused on Galatasaray, I am very clear that I have a contract with Bara and I have to return in June” .
