5 Premier League goalkeepers with the most goals saved in 1v1 situations this season
The Premier League has been graced by many fine goalkeepers. The likes of Petr Cech, Peter Schmeichel, David Seaman blossomed in England's top flight.
It is clearly not an easy task to be consistent between the sticks, especially in a tough league like the Premier League. Nevertheless, some goalkeepers have performed amazingly well, making a name for themselves.
Premier League goalkeepers have performed well this season
Like other seasons, goalkeepers have impressed in this PL campaign too.
One of the most difficult jobs for a goalkeeper is to be effective in one-on-one situations. Fortunately, many custodians have been impactful in this department. Many of them have saved a few goals, in the process.
On that note, here's a look at the five goalkeepers who have saved the most goals in one-on-one situations in the Premier League this season:
#5 Illan Meslier (Leeds United) - 2.15
Leeds United have been in poor form this season, conceding goals galore. So far, the Whites have conceded 56 goals in 25 games, the most conceded by any club the ongoing English top-flight campaign.
If not for Illan Meslier's brilliance, Leeds would have conceded far more. Leeds' fragile defence often leaves the young French custodian horribly exposed. Nevertheless, the 21-year old has made 89 saves this season, recording an impressive save % of 64.1.
Leeds United need a defensive overhaul. Illan Meslier is a great goalkeeper and does not deserve to get relegated with this Leeds United team.
Other Premier League clubs need to be in contact with his agent sooner rather than later.
With only three cleansheets to his name this season, Meslier has not had things easy. Nevertheless, the Frenchman has saved 2.15 goals due to his prowess in one-on-one situations.
#4 Robert Sanchez (Brighton & Hove Albion) - 2.46
Brighton & Hove Albion started their 2021-22 campaign well, residing in the first half of the table. However, their form has taken a dip, resulting in them slipping down the table.
The Seagulls have done decently in defence, conceding only 25 goals in 25 games. A lot of credit for that goes to their goalkeeper Robert Sanchez for his sharp reflexes and amazing shot-stopping ability.
So basically, Robert Sanchez is the best goalkeeper in the Premier League 🐐
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He has made 66 saves this season with a save % of 73.6. Sanchez's efforts in one-on-one situations haven't been bad either, as he has helped save 2.46 goals.