David Raya, the Arsenal goalkeeper, has expressed his admiration for Liverpool’s Alisson Becker, whom he considers among the best goalkeepers in the world. In an interview with Ben Foster on Amazon Prime, Raya praised Alisson’s remarkable ability to make one-on-one saves, stating, “I don’t know how he does it, he saves every single one.”
Raya, who has been impressive for Arsenal this season and is in contention for the Premier League Golden Glove, highlighted Alisson’s experience and quality that enable him to excel in critical situations. Currently, Alisson has maintained nine clean sheets in the Premier League, while Raya leads with 12. Nottingham Forest’s Matz Sels tops the charts with 13 clean sheets.
Raya noted the importance of learning from Alisson’s techniques, especially his anticipation and positioning during one-on-one encounters. “He reads those situations so well,” Raya explained, emphasizing how Alisson is able to position himself effectively against attacking players.
Alisson’s season has been hampered by injuries, limiting him to just 32 appearances out of Liverpool’s 53 matches. Nevertheless, he is expected to return to full fitness for the upcoming clash against Arsenal, where both Raya and Alisson may share insights into their craft, further demonstrating the camaraderie and respect among top professionals in the sport.
This friendly rivalry between two elite goalkeepers continues to generate interest as they both strive for excellence, showcasing the competitive spirit of modern football.