Szczesny Among the Best Debutants in Barcelona History
The Polish goalkeeper has gone 20 matches unbeaten since joining Barcelona, equaling Coutinho’s start and closing in on Cesc Fàbregas, who holds the all-time record.
Unbeaten Since His Copa del Rey Debut
Since making his debut on January 4 against Barbastro in the Copa del Rey Round of 32, Wojciech Szczesny has become a wall for Barcelona, now under the guidance of Hansi Flick. That game ended in a 4–0 away win, and the Polish international hasn't lost a single match since.
His record so far includes 17 victories and 3 draws. Standout wins have come against top opponents like Real Madrid, Atlético de Madrid (twice), Benfica (three times), and Girona. The three draws came against Atalanta, Atlético de Madrid, and Real Betis, bringing his unbeaten run to 20 appearances.
Counting the two matches started by Iñaki Peña, Barcelona is now undefeated in 22 games in 2025 across all competitions.
A Historic Start With Room To Climb
With 20 straight unbeaten matches since his debut, Szczesny has now matched the record of Philippe Coutinho, who reached the same mark during the 2018–2019 season. That puts the former Juventus and Arsenal man in fifth place on the list of best starts in club history.
Only Albert Celades (21 matches in 1995–96), Johan Cruyff (23 in 1973–74), Paulinho (25 in 2017–18), and Cesc Fàbregas (30 in 2011–12) sit above him.
The impact of Szczesny has gone beyond the numbers. His calm presence, consistency, and ability to shine in big matches have made him a key figure in Barcelona's push for silverware. With him in goal, the team has found quiet but crucial stability.
Given his current form and the trust he’s earned within the squad, there’s a strong chance he’ll continue climbing that historic list—and write his own chapter in the club’s legacy.
