Top 5 Goalkeepers with Most Premier League Saves

Only four goalkeepers have made more than a thousand saves in the English top flight.

In the world of football, goalkeepers are often considered the unsung heroes of the game. They are the last line of defence, the guardians of the goal, and the players who can change the flow of a match with a single save.
In this article, we rank the top five goalkeepers with the most saves in the Premier League.

5- Tim Howard (992)

Starting off our list at number five is the American international Tim Howard. With an impressive 992 saves during his Premier League career, Howard made a name for himself at Everton. His agility, combined with an uncanny ability to read the game, helped him to turn away almost a thousand shots on target. His record-breaking 16 saves in a World Cup match against Belgium in 2014 further underscored his shot-stopping prowess.

4- Petr Cech (1005)

Just surpassing the 1000-save mark, Petr Cech lands at number four. Known for his time at Chelsea and later Arsenal, Cech is regarded as one of the best goalkeepers of his generation. His quick reflexes and excellent positioning allowed him to make 1005 saves in the Premier League, a feat that cements his place in the annals of English football. Czech won four Premier League Golden Gloves during his career, helping Chelsea claim four league titles.

3- Lukasz Fabianski (1131)

Polish goalkeeper Lukasz Fabianski takes the third spot on our list, boasting 1131 Premier League saves. Despite a challenging start to his career in England with Arsenal, Fabianski later flourished at Swansea City and West Ham United. Known for his consistency and shot-stopping ability, Fabianski has been a reliable presence between the sticks, often single-handedly keeping his team in games.

2- David de Gea (1157)

Narrowly missing out on the top spot is Manchester United‘s David de Gea, with 1157 saves. The Spanish goalkeeper started his Premier League career by joining United from Atletico Madrid in 2011. Despite facing criticism at times, de Gea’s agility, acrobatic saves, and ability to perform under pressure have seen him pull off some remarkable saves. De Gea won the Premier League, the FA Cup, and the Europa League with the Red Devils before leaving the club in 2023.

1- Ben Foster (1248)

Topping our list is none other than Ben Foster, with an astounding 1248 Premier League saves. Known for his spells at Watford and West Bromwich Albion, Foster’s longevity and consistency have seen him rise to the top of this list. At 40 years old, Foster has started a new chapter in his career by joining Wrexham in their quest to secure League One qualification ahead of the 2023-24 season.