Premier XI: Goalkeeper
When the strikers are banging in the goals, it's easy to forget the
men at the other end who are employed to keep them out. The Reds
have a proud history of great goalkeepers, but who takes the cake
when it comes to United's best in the Premier League?
Peter Schmeichel
Apps: 252
A commanding presence, Schmeichel occupied the no.1 jersey at Old
Trafford for eight seasons (seven of those in the Premier League).
Renowned for his accurate distribution and spread-eagle technique
in one-on-one situations, the Danish international is widely
regarded as one of the greatest goalkeepers to ever play the
game.
Fabien Barthez
Apps: 92
The Frenchman made up for a lack of height with immense athleticism
and quick reflexes. To the delight of the Old Trafford crowd, he
also frequently exhibited an eccentric side and was not averse to
dribbling around opponents. A regular in the French national team,
Barthez joined United from Monaco in 2000 and won the Premier
League in his first season.
Edwin van der Sar
Apps: 70
The Reds' current goalkeeper, van der Sar moved to Old Trafford
from Fulham in the summer of 2005. A strong shot-stopper and adept
in the air, the Dutchman's keen positional sense means he often
makes goalkeeping look easy. And while he can be away from the
action for long periods, he's invariably alert when it
matters.
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* Appearance data relates to Premier League appearances only
