Goalkeeping

Arsenal vs Leicester: Unraveling the Mystery Behind Leicester’s Wave of Yellow Cards

27/09/2024 Raymond 0

Leicester’s situation this season is indeed puzzling. Their level of tackling has increased by 30% compared to last year, and the number of fouls called against them has risen by 22%. Yet, remarkably, the number of yellow cards they’ve received for those fouls has actually decreased. This contradiction raises an interesting question: how can a team ramp up their tackling intensity while simultaneously receiving fewer yellow cards in a league with supposedly stricter refereeing?

Despite the increased tackling, Leicester now concedes an average of 1.6 goals per game—nearly double the 0.89 goals per game they allowed last season. This suggests that while they are tackling more to counteract the goals they’re conceding, the reduction in yellow cards for fouls remains baffling. It’s a curious phenomenon that leaves fans and analysts alike scratching their heads.

Sunderland hand trial to highly-rated 17-year-old – Manchester United also interested in transfer

07/07/2024 Raymond 0

A highly-regarded young talent has been given the opportunity to trial at Sunderland’s Academy of Light. Goalkeeper Robert Cook has joined Sunderland and is currently undergoing a trial at their academy, as reported by The Echo. Following the departures of Alex Bass to Notts County and Nathan Bishop to Wycombe Wanderers, Sunderland signed Simon Moore to provide cover and competition for Anthony Patterson. During a training session at the Academy of Light, Patterson and Moore were joined by England youth international Matty Young. Young is expected to participate in the pre-season before going out on loan again next season. The academy also includes Adam Richardson, Dan Cameron, and Kelechi Chibueze. Recently, Cook was invited to train at the Academy of Light, working alongside Cameron, Chibueze, and under-18 goalkeeper Ben Metcalf. It is anticipated that the 17-year-old Cook will trial with other clubs over the summer, including Manchester United, before making a decision about his future.