The Premier League has seen a lot of good goalkeepers, but these guys really are the best of the best. These are the Top 10 Goalkeepers the Premier League has ever seen.
Frequently the focus of criticism from the media and fans alike when they make the slightest of mistakes, goalkeepers in the Premier League have it tough.
But these guys don't let it get to them.
Since the Premier League started 20 years ago, these men have proven themselves as the best goalkeepers ever to have played in the Premier League.
Let us start with no10 to no.6
No. 10 David James
David James was the first Liverpool goalkeeper in the Premier League, making his début for the club in their first-ever Premier League fixture.
His time at Liverpool saw him get a shaky reputation. He became known for his mistakes as much as his great shot-stopping.
After seven years at Liverpool, James was sold to Aston Villa. He then went on to represent West Ham United and Manchester City, before ending his days in the Premier League with Portsmouth.
James took a long time to shake off that early reputation as a mistake maker. Yet throughout his career he was still regarded as one of the best goalkeepers in the Premier League until he left Portsmouth in 2010.
It was during his time as a veteran in Portsmouth that James really moved up in class. He had an incredible record for Portsmouth, and was a key member of their team.
If there is any doubt about how talented he was a a goalkeeper, just look at his stats. He has played more Premier League games than any other goalkeeper. He's also kept more clean sheets than anyone else.
No. 9 Shay Given
Shay Given is a hero in Newcastle.
The Irish goalkeeper spent most of his Premier League career at the club, helping them qualify for Europe on several occasions. In the season he left the club, Newcastle were relegated out of the Premier League.
A small man for a goalkeeper, Given tended to struggle a little with crosses in his early days. But his shot-stopping ability has never been in doubt. With experience his game improved greatly, especially with crosses.
Now at Aston Villa after a brief visit to Manchester City, Given is regarded as one of the best goalkeepers currently playing in the Premier League.
His character also means he is one of the most likeable.
No. 8 Peter Cech
Peter Cech was relatively unknown when he arrived in the Premier League. Signing for Chelsea from Rennes, Cech was to be a very expensive understudy to Carlo Cudicini.
An injury for Cudicini meant Cech was forced to justify his £7 million price tag early. He didn't disappoint, retaining his place in the Chelsea side even when Cudicini returned.
His outstanding performances in goal helped Chelsea win the Premier League, conceding just 15 goals in the process.
A serious head injury in 2006 not only threatened Cech's career, but his life. But after taking a year out of the game to recover from a fractured skull, Cech returned.
His performances have always been outstanding. It is no coincidence that the seasons Chelsea perform best are those in which Cech plays a full part.
The crowning moment for Cech's brilliance is an incredible run without conceding. Cech managed to spend over 1,000 Premier League minutes without conceding a goal in 2005.
No.7 Mark Schwarzer
Mark Schwarzer of Fulham has built a solid reputation for himself as one of the top goalkeepers in Premier League history.
He came to the nation's attention with Middlesbrough, his incredible shot-stopping ability not only ensuring their safety in the Premier League, but eventually helping them qualify for Europe.
In fact it was a last-minute penalty save from Schwarzer that meant Middlesbrough qualified for the UEFA Cup.
Having played at Middlesbrough for 11 years, Schwarzer left and now plies his trade at Fulham.
Even at 39, Schwarzer is capable of keeping his team in games, with performances that defy logic.
His ability to stop shot after shot when his team are under pressure make him irreplaceable. Middlesbrough have already found this out, and one day Fulham will too.
No. 6 Edwin Van Der Sar
Edwin van der Sar ended his career at Manchester United, having spent 10 years in the Premier League with Manchester United and Fulham.
Van der Sar was a major coup for Fulham, and made over 100 appearances for the club before the inevitable happened.
His performances were, as expected, strong enough to attract the attention of Manchester United. Van der Sar moved to Old Trafford in 2005, and was an instant hit at United.
Sir Alex Ferguson described van der Sar as the "the best goalkeeper we have had since Peter Schmeichel," high praise in itself.
Commanding performances and some incredible saves helped United win the Premier League in four of his six seasons he was at the club.
His performances with United proved van der Sar is a real great of the game, and one of the best goalkeepers ever.
To Be continue for the Top 5.....
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