Fantasy Oscars (4): Silent Heroes Goalkeepers of the 2024–25 Season
After analyzing the best forwards and defenders in the previous episodes of the Fantasy Oscars series, Episode Four shifts the spotlight to the goalkeepers: the unsung heroes who make a difference in silence!
The 2024–25 season revealed several standout names between the posts—keepers who delivered exceptional Fantasy performances and played a key role in deciding many Gameweeks. In this episode, we highlight the top goalkeepers, providing statistics and detailed analysis.
If you’ve been following Fantasy 24 Club all season, you’ll recognize some familiar faces… because, as always, we recommend rising stars before they truly shine.
1- Alisson
After analyzing the best forwards and defenders in the previous episodes of the Fantasy Oscars series, Episode Four shifts the spotlight to the goalkeepers: the unsung heroes who make a difference in silence!
The 2024–25 season revealed several standout names between the posts—keepers who delivered exceptional Fantasy performances and played a key role in deciding many Gameweeks. In this episode, we highlight the top goalkeepers, providing statistics and detailed analysis.
If you’ve been following Fantasy 24 Club all season, you’ll recognize some familiar faces… because, as always, we recommend rising stars before they truly shine.
2- Raya
David Raya, the underrated goalkeeper who doesn’t always get the recognition he deserves like Arteta, is among the Premier League’s most overlooked top keepers. The Spanish shot-stopper played 38 matches, keeping 13 clean sheets and making 38 crucial saves.
Within Arsenal’s starting lineup, Raya proved to be a significant and influential addition!
3- Pope
As the saying goes, “gold doesn’t rust,” and Nick Pope, Newcastle’s goalkeeper for years, is considered one of England’s greatest keepers and a standout figure in Newcastle’s new era post-Isak.
Always a starter and a lifesaver for his team—on par with Alisson and Ederson—Pope finished this season with 8 clean sheets and 35 crucial saves that prevented potential goals. He has undoubtedly been a key factor in Newcastle securing their Champions League spot!
4- Sels
Better late than never to the Champions League… and that’s exactly what Dean Henderson achieved. The goalkeeper delivered a historic season that will undoubtedly be remembered by Premier League fans.
At 32 years old, he kept 15 clean sheets with Nottingham Forest and made 49 crucial saves—a legendary and exceptional feat that’s hard to replicate. Even though his team didn’t qualify for the Champions League, Henderson remains one of the Premier League’s most outstanding and remarkable goalkeepers this season.
5- Ederson
No goalkeeper is more underappreciated in Guardiola’s system than Ederson, and he’s often underrated in Brazil’s national team due to Alisson. Yet, his status as one of the most important keepers in history is undeniable.
This legendary shot-stopper, a Champions League and Premier League winner, kept 10 clean sheets and played a crucial role in helping Manchester City return to the Champions League after they had nearly missed out.
In conclusion, goalkeepers remain the silent heroes whose efforts often go underappreciated, yet their stats and performances speak volumes about their true value to their teams. The 2024–25 season showcased exceptional names who made a difference quietly, proving that a top-class keeper can turn matches around and secure victories. Whether household stars or lesser-known talents, each of them deserves recognition and praise.
