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Gonzalo Garcia proud of Raul comparisons after Real Madrid breakout

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Gonzalo Garcia proud of Raul comparisons after Real Madrid breakout
Gonzalo Garcia proud of Raul comparisons after Real Madrid breakoutRich Graessle/Icon Sportswire / Newscom / Profimedia
Gonzalo Garcia is living his dream at Real Madrid, having scored four goals at the Club World Cup form that has drawn comparisons to club legend Raul.

The 21-year-old Castilla graduate says he’s honored by the praise and remains focused on finding the net as Los Blancos chase silverware under Xabi Alonso in the United States. 

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He has now spoken openly about the Raúl comparisons, calling them a source of pride and motivation.

"They (fans) are comparing me with Raul, a legend. If I can do half of what he did in this shirt, then it will be more than a dream,” Garcia told the media.

"I have been working, waiting for a chance, but not in my dreams would I have thought of this. I don't feel a lot of pressure. I have been working and waiting for this moment.

"The coach, the players, the staff all give me a lot of confidence. Kylian (Mbappe) is... almost... let's say the best player in the world. I feel so lucky to share a pitch and training with him, to learn from him."