Manchester United’s experienced goalkeeper, David De Gea, has officially claimed the Premier League’s Golden Glove award for the 2022/2023 season. This prestigious prize, given to the goalkeeper with the most clean sheets in a league campaign, was confirmed after his closest rivals mathematically lost the opportunity to surpass him.
Unbeatable Tally Secures Early Victory
De Gea has recorded 16 clean sheets in the current campaign—a figure that no other shot-stopper can match as the season nears its conclusion. Liverpool’s Alisson Becker, his closest challenger, was ruled out of the race after conceding during the Reds’ 1-1 draw with Aston Villa on Saturday. Alisson now has 14 clean sheets, with no remaining fixtures to overtake De Gea.
Meanwhile, Newcastle United’s Nick Pope and Arsenal’s Aaron Ramsdale, each sitting on 13 clean sheets, have only two games left in the season. Even if either goalkeeper manages to keep clean sheets in both fixtures, they would still fall short of De Gea’s 16.
Only the Second Golden Glove in De Gea’s Career
Despite his long and illustrious career with Manchester United, this marks only the second time that De Gea has earned the Golden Glove award. He first achieved the feat during the 2017/2018 season, when he was at the peak of his powers and widely regarded as one of the top goalkeepers in the world.
Now, at 32 years old, De Gea has once again proven his worth between the posts, demonstrating remarkable consistency and shot-stopping ability throughout the campaign. His performances have played a pivotal role in United’s strong defensive record, helping the team maintain their place among the Premier League’s top clubs.
Key to Manchester United’s Defensive Resilience
This season, De Gea has helped Manchester United avoid conceding in nearly half of their league fixtures. His calm presence, quick reflexes, and leadership at the back have provided a solid foundation for Erik ten Hag’s side during a transformative campaign for the club.
The Red Devils’ ability to grind out results and maintain narrow leads has been instrumental to their campaign. While much attention has been paid to their attacking improvements, De Gea’s contributions in goal have been equally vital to the team’s overall success.
Recognition for Longevity and Excellence
David De Gea’s latest Golden Glove win serves as a reminder of his enduring quality and professionalism. Despite facing competition in recent seasons and speculation about his future, the Spanish international has maintained a high standard and delivered when his team needed him most.
As the season draws to a close, this award not only celebrates De Gea’s 2022/2023 performances but also reinforces his legacy as one of the Premier League’s top goalkeepers of the past decade.
