David Raya has officially done it. After a stellar performance against Fulham over the weekend, the Arsenal shot-stopper has secured at least a share of the 2025/26 Premier League Golden Glove.
This isn’t just any award; it’s a piece of history. By clinching his third consecutive Golden Glove, Raya joins an elite “3-peat” club alongside legends like Pepe Reina, Joe Hart, and Ederson.
The Race by the Numbers
Raya’s dominance this season has been undeniable. While the title race remains a nail-biter, the battle for the sticks has a clear leader:
• David Raya (Arsenal): 17 Clean Sheets
• Gianluigi Donnarumma (Man City): 13 Clean Sheets
With only a handful of games remaining, Donnarumma can mathematically only match Raya’s total but cannot overtake him. This means the Spaniard is guaranteed at least a joint trophy, though he’ll be hunting for one more shutout to claim it outright.
Consistency is Key
What makes this season even more impressive is that Raya has already surpassed his tally from the 2024/25 campaign, where he shared the honors with Matz Sels. Sitting on a 48.6% clean sheet ratio, he has become the bedrock of Mikel Arteta’s defensive unit.
While critics point to Arsenal’s incredible backline limiting the shots he faces, Raya’s distribution and composure have been the X-factor in keeping the Gunners in the hunt for silverware.
What’s Next?
Arsenal travels to West Ham this Sunday. A clean sheet there would officially end any “sharing” talk and give Raya the trophy all to himself. Whether shared or solo, one thing is certain: David Raya has cemented himself as the Premier League’s current undisputed king of the clean sheet.
