David Raya has become the first goalkeeper to win the Golden Glove for three consecutive seasons since Ederson, joining an exclusive club of elite goalkeepers.
Raya has achieved 17 clean sheets this season, marking a personal best. His performance helped strengthen the Arsenal defense in their title race this year.
Raya’s closest competitor, Gianluigi Donnarumma, can only reach a maximum of 17 clean sheets. This puts Raya four clean sheets ahead of Donnarumma and six above Jordan Pickford and Dean Henderson.
Raya’s previous Golden Glove seasons were 2023/24 with 16 clean sheets and 2024/25 with 13 clean sheets. His achievement of three consecutive Golden Gloves is a rare feat in Premier League history.
Key statistics:
- Golden Glove wins: 3 (2023/24, 2024/25, 2025/26)
- Clean sheets this season: 17
- Clean sheets in 2023/24: 16
- Clean sheets in 2024/25: 13
Only three other goalkeepers have ever won the award three times in a row: Pepe Reina, Joe Hart, and Ederson. This places Raya among football’s elite.
The recognition of his skills comes as Arsenal aims for further success. The team’s defensive solidity has been crucial this season.
Raya has guaranteed at least a share of the Premier League’s 2025/26 Golden Glove. He now sits four clean sheets above Donnarumma and six above other competitors.
The football community has reacted positively to his achievement. Many see it as a testament to his consistent performance under pressure.