FC Barcelona: Why Szczesny Isn't Playing

Wojciech Szczesny has been a key player for FC Barcelona in recent seasons, but he has not featured for the club since the start of the 2022/23 campaign.

There are a number of reasons why Szczesny is not playing.

Injury

Szczesny suffered a thigh injury in pre-season and has been ruled out of action since.

The injury is not expected to be long-term, but it has prevented Szczesny from playing in any of Barcelona's competitive matches this season.

Form

Szczesny's form has been inconsistent in recent months.

He made a number of high-profile errors in the 2021/22 season, and he was dropped from the Poland national team for the 2022 World Cup.

Competition

Barcelona have a number of other goalkeepers who are competing for a place in the starting lineup.

Marc-Andre ter Stegen is the club's first-choice goalkeeper, and he has been in excellent form this season.

Inaki Pena and Arnau Tenas are also pushing for a place in the team, and they have both impressed when they have been given a chance.

Conclusion

Szczesny is a talented goalkeeper, but he faces a number of challenges if he wants to regain his place in the Barcelona team.

He needs to get back to full fitness, improve his form, and convince Xavi that he is the best goalkeeper for the club.