How Premier League goalkeepers handle corners and crosses | OneFootball

Premier League corners are now organised chaos, goalkeepers crowded and deliveries turned into contests for second balls. According to NY Times, hundreds of clips were assessed to gauge how first-choice goalkeepers handle them.

After Manchester United’s 1-0 win at Everton in February, Kobbie Mainoo posted an image of Senne Lammens being mobbed, likening it to a WWE Royal Rumble.

Three broad styles emerged, high-ball claimers, punchers and goal-line protectors.

Sunderland’s Robin Roefs tops combined interventions with 63, 42 catches and 21 punches. His aggression extends Sunderland’s line, though traffic can catch him. Aston Villa’s Emiliano Martinez averages 1.51 claims per 90 and has 40 claims.

Chelsea’s Robert Sanchez is proactive when lanes open, with 34 catches and six punches, yet heavy screens have told, Chelsea have conceded nine from corners, second most. Arsenal’s David Raya reads flight well and favours catching.

Lammens stays front-footed and decisive, balanced at 24 catches and 13 punches, and sets Manchester United’s tone. Screened for Arsenal’s equaliser, he still punched clear in stoppage time to help seal a notable 3-2 win.

Among punchers, Wolves’ Jose Sa averages 2.58 combined actions per 90, split 23 catches and 26 punches. Burnley’s Martin Dubravka leads the league with 40 punches, while Liverpool’s Alisson leans to 21 punches over 16 catches.

At the passive end, Everton’s Jordan Pickford posts the lowest combined rate, 0.77 per 90 from 10 claims and 14 punches. West Ham have conceded 15 from corners, and Alphonse Areola’s split is 15 catches and 21 punches.

Source: NY Times