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The Premier League just saw a phenomenal performance from Leicester City goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel against Liverpool in the midweek fixture. The Danish goalkeeper provided some stunning saves to help the Foxes sneak a 1-0 win at the King Power stadium.
The victory came despite Liverpool brutally dominating Leicester for the better part of the game. This just goes to show how a goalkeeper can turn a game around.
Premier League goalkeepers have made superb saves this season
Over time, the role of goalkeepers has only become more crucial to a team's success. Kasper Schmeichel just proved it without making any fancy passes from the back.
The Premier League has some amazing goalkeepers who have shown impressive shot-stopping abilities, which has helped them prevent goals unexpectedly. On that note, let's take a look at those top goalkeepers this season.
#5 Hugo Lloris (Tottenham Hotspur)
The Frenchman has been a terrific servant for Tottenham Hotspur, having spent almost a decade with them. Hugo Lloris has been one of the most consistent goalkeepers in the Premier League in the recent past.
It is only unfortunate that his services haven't been rewarded in the form of silverware for him. Hugo Lloris runs out of contract at the end of the 2021-22 campaign and is uncertain as to where his future lies.
Despite Spurs' inconsistency this season, Lloris has played an important role in saving them from conceding with his strong saves. The French goalkeeper has conceded 18 goals in the Premier League, faced 60 shots and has prevented 1.5 goals.
#4 Edouard Mendy (Chelsea)
Ever since his arrival in the 2020-21 season, Edouard Mendy has become a big player for Chelsea. His role between the sticks has brought a lot of stability to the Blues and their backline. He played a massive role in them winning the UEFA Champions League last season.
The Senegalese had a stunning first season, keeping 16 cleansheets with a save % of 70.5%. Edouard Mendy has done well in the 2021-22 Premier League season, keeping eight cleansheets in 19 matches.
Mendy has faced 58 shots this season and conceded only 14 goals. With a save % of 82.8%, the Chelsea goalkeeper has prevented 1.7 goals per game in the 2021-22 Premier League campaign. The Blues will dearly miss his service when he's away playing for Senegal at AFCON in January.
#3 Robert Sanchez (Brighton & Hove Albion)
The Premier League is full of surprises and this season, Brighton & Hove Albion provided some in the early stages of the league. Having stayed in the top six for a while, the Seagulls struggled with consistency as time progressed.
Goalkeeper Robert Sanchez played an important part in helping them have a good run of games in the Premier League this season. The Spaniard has made some amazing saves with his sharp reflexes and good positioning.
He has conceded only 16 times in 17 Premier League matches. With a save % of 78.1%, Robert Sanchez has saved 2.1 goals per game this season, facing 64 shots in total. He does deserve more recognition for his impressive performances.
#2 Jose Sa (Wolverhampton Wanderers)
With the departure of Rui Patricio, Wolverhampton Wanderers signed Jose Sa at the start of the 2021-22 campaign. The signing has turned out well for both the club and the player.
Wolves have conceded only 14 goals in 18 matches with Jose Sa between the sticks. The Portuguese has looked confident, commanding and very effective with his goalkeeping. His superb reflexes combined with his shot-stopping abilities have been vital for Wolverhampton Wanderers.
Jose Sa has a save % of 85.1 % in the 2021-22 season, having faced 67 shots in the Premier League. His shot-stopping abilities have helped in preventing 6.7 goals so far.
#1 David De Gea (Manchester United)
Loyalty is well personified by David De Gea as he has stayed with Manchester United even in their worst of times in the Premier League. The Spanish goalkeeper is arguably one of the best goalkeepers to play for the Red Devils.
With his acrobatic saves, fabulous reading and brilliant reflexes, David De Gea has been a massive asset between the sticks. Had it not been for him, Manchester United would have conceded a lot more goals this season.
Playing in his 11th Premier League campaign for United, David De Gea only has four cleansheets to his name this season. Manchester United's defense has to take plenty of blame for that. Despite that, De Gea has saved 57 of the 81 shots he has faced. The Spaniard has prevented 7.6 goals this season, which speaks volumes of the form he is in right now.
