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NOTE: This list reflects the author’s opinion and not necessarily that of SportsKeeda.
These are the Top 10 goalkeepers of the Barclays Premier League 2012-13 (Till 11th February 2013)
10. Ali Al-Habsi – Wigan Athletic
Ali Al-Habsi is one of the finest and most underrated goalkeepers in the EPL. Al-Habsi is the man behind Wigan Athletic’s little success.He has been saving his net quite wonderfully in the Premier League.
LONDON, ENGLAND – JANUARY 12: Goalkeeper Ali Al Habsi of Wigan in action during the Barclays Premier League match between Fulham and Wigan Athletic at Craven Cottage on January 12, 2013 in London, England.
Country – Omani
Club – Wigan Athletic
Shots Faced – 102
Save Percentage – 65.7%
9. Tim Howard – Everton
American international Tim Howard has proved himself to be one the best in the Premier League. He even scored a goal in the previous season, which is an exceptional achievement for a goalie. Also, he started this season’s first Premier League match against Manchester United, who are currently at the top of the table, and kept a clean sheet!
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND – FEBRUARY 10: Tim Howard of Everton gestures during the Barclays Premier League match between Manchester United and Everton at Old Trafford on February 10, 2013 in Manchester, England.
Country – United States of America
Club – Everton FC
Shot Faced – 70
Save Percentage – 67.1%
8. Ben Foster – West Bromwich Albion
He has kept clean sheets in both the matches against Liverpool this season. He is watched by many clubs and Roy Hodgson is watching him closely as a substitue goalkeeper for England national team. After moving to West Brom, he is been in the Top 10 list.
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND – FEBRUARY 11: Ben Foster of West Bromwich Albion celebrates the opening goal during the Barclays Premier League match between Liverpool and West Bromwich Albion at Anfield on February 11, 2013 in Liverpool, England.
Country – England
Club – West Bromwich Albion
Shots Faced – 52
Save Percentage – 75.0%
7. Tim Krul – Newcastle United
Tim Krul is that kind of keeper which every club feels to have.He is tallest,streches his whole body to save goals.Last season, he was the second best keeper in the Premier League after Michael Vorm. We can say that he is the next Van der Sar for his club and nation.
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND – JANUARY 02: Newcastle keeper Tim Krul in action during the Barclays Premier League match between Newcastle United and Everton at St James.
Country – Netherlands
Club – Newcastle United
Shots Faced – 75
Saave Percentage – 69.3%
6. Wojciech Szczesny – Arsenal
Szczesny is only 22 and has many years to mature which can make him a legendary goalie at The Emirates.He is been truely awesome fot the Gunners and replaced Almunia and Fabianski as the first-choice keeper for the Gunners.
SUNDERLAND, ENGLAND – FEBRUARY 09: Wojciech Szczesny of Arsenal makes a last minute save with his finger tips during the Barclays Premier League match between Sunderland and Arsenal at the Stadium of Light on February 9, 2013 in Sunderland, England.
Country – Poland
Club – Arsenal FC
Shots Faced – 35
Save Percentage – 77.1%
5. Simon Mignolet – Sunderland
Simon Mignolet is shining and many fans have a feeling that he is a rising star. He has played very well compared to last season and Martin O’Neil has evolved him into a great goalkeeper. If he ever wants to leave, he will be definitely picked up by one of the big clubs.
SUNDERLAND, ENGLAND – JANUARY 15: Sunderland goalkeeper Simon Mignolet in action during the FA Cup Third Round Replay between Sunderland and Bolton Wanderers at Stadium of Light on January 15, 2013 in Sunderland, England.
Country – Belgium
Club – Sunderland FC
Shots Faced – 90
Save Percentage – 73.3%
4. David De Gea – Manchester United
Falling apart from his eye surgery last season, he has made a magnificent comeback for Manchester United. He has a good potential to be a future star for his club, and also has been good for Spain U21 side.
LONDON, ENGLAND – JANUARY 20: David De Gea of Manchester United celebrates as Robin van Persie of Manchester United scores the opening goal during the Barclays Premier League match between Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United at White Hart Lane on January 20, 2013 in London, England.
Country – Spain
Club – Manchester United
Shots Faced – 66
Save Percentage – 74.2%
3. Joe Hart – Manchester City
He is the most highly-rated keepers of the Premier League. He has been fantastic after moving from Birmingham to Manchester. Even though he has made a few mistakes in recent games, he has proved himself to be one of the best keepers around.
SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND – FEBRUARY 09: Joe Hart of Manchester City in action during the Barclays Premier League match between Southampton and Manchester City at St Mary.
Country – England
Club – Manchester City
Shots Faced – 51
Save Percentage – 68.6%
2. Asmir Begovic – Stoke City
Begovic has been anonymous since taking over the permanent goalkeeper spot for Stoke City. The other goalkeeper of Stoke City, Sorensen, is also very good. But Begovic has forced Tony Pulis to keep him as a permanent goalkeeper for his club. Also, he is the most improved player of the Premier League since last season.
LONDON, ENGLAND – FEBRUARY 02: Asmir Begovic of Stoke City saves an attepted goal by Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain of Arsenal during the Barclays Premier League match between Arsenal and Stoke City at Emirates Stadium on February 2, 2013 in London, England.
Country – Bosnia & Herzegovina
Club – Stoke City
Shots Faced – 67
Save Percentage – 79.1%
1. Petr Cech – Chelsea
He is the star of Chelsea and because of this, they have a great defensive record. He is most experienced keeper in the Premier League after Brad Friedel. Petr Cech has also helped Chelsea to win the Champions League by saving key penalties in the penalty shoot-out against Bayern Munich.
LONDON, ENGLAND – FEBRUARY 09: Petr Cech of Chelsea dives to make a save during the Barclays Premier League match between Chelsea and Wigan Athletic at Stamford Bridge on February 9, 2013 in London, England.
Country – Czech Republic
Club – Chelsea FC
Shots Faced – 76
Save Percentage – 77.6%
