Ahead of the crucial match against Dortmund, Wojciech Szczesny has a golden opportunity to etch his name into Barcelona`s history books. Currently enjoying an impressive 22-game unbeaten streak, the Polish goalkeeper is on the cusp of equaling Johan Cruyff`s esteemed club record of 23 consecutive games without a loss. In the annals of Barcelona`s recent form, only Cesc Fàbregas, with 30 unbeaten matches, and Paulinho, with 25, have surpassed this milestone.
Szczesny`s individual brilliance is further underscored by his remarkable tally of 12 clean sheets this season. This is particularly noteworthy when contrasted with the entire Barcelona squad`s collective achievement of just six clean sheets in all matches played throughout 2024. His zenith performance undoubtedly came against Benfica in the Champions League quarter-final first leg. Despite Barcelona being reduced to ten men following Cubarsí`s dismissal, Szczesny stood tall, executing a series of vital saves – nine in total – to secure a precious victory.
With an exceptional defensive record of just 18 goals conceded in these 22 games, translating to a mere 0.81 goals per match, Szczesny is solidifying his reputation as a world-class goalkeeper. The upcoming fixture against Borussia Dortmund presents him with a momentous stage to potentially inscribe his legacy into the Barcelona narrative.