Yep. DDG was far from our best player. He had very little to do, and should perhaps have made a couple more super saves on the goals he conceded.
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Oviedo's half volley that he saved is my favourite. So hard to save seeing as it went flying through a load of bodies.
The Coentrao save was my favourite.
That was one hell of a save. If I remember correctly, it was part of a double save- Last min
They all had much more poor matches and moments than DDG had. Bailly didnt even play for a month. Mkhi is out of contest really , he wasnt even in the side for months and Zlatan hit a barren run which cost us points too, dont agree at all.
Just because De Gea played every game and was protected by a good defense, doesn't mean he becomes our best player. If we had Sam Johnstone in goal last season, I bet he would have conceded max 6-7 more than De Gea did, which implies that our defense would protect even an average goal-keeper.
De Gea had nothing to do for large stretches of the games, so its' not really proper to compare a goalkeeper's starts with outfield players, as the latter are more prone to injuries and substitutions. In a few games like Stoke at home, De Gea's mistakes cost us points.
The simple question is - who was responsible for us winning the league cup? Zlatan. Who was responsible for keeping us in a top 4 race atleast till April? Zlatan. Who won us the EL? Mkhi's goals throughout the campaign.
Did De Gea make super saves to keep us in games and win us vital points like the previous seasons? No.
Zlatan, ergo, was our best player. His barren run is exaggerated, it was for a month after which he was scoring consistently. Its' the others who missed chances.
That save before the resulting equalizer will be hard to beat this season,Schmeichel-esk.
FYI: on October 31st, DDG will be the same age (in days) as Peter Schmeichel was on the day that De Gea himself was born - 9,853.
The save from Suarez's shot where the ball bounced up, was unbelievable. When we lost 3-0 at home.
DDG v the 4 other keepers above him on the all time appearances for United.
DDG (just before age 27 ie now) 274 apps / (first 6 seasons) 269 apps
Schmeichel 0 / 298
Bailey 226 / 283
Stepney 141 / 269
Steward 4 / 116
DDG (just before age 27 ie now) 274 apps / (first 6 seasons) 269 apps
Schmeichel 0 / 298
Bailey 226 / 283
Stepney 141 / 269
Steward 4 / 116
This is very laughable reason. You assume that it isnt hard for a keeper to stay focused even when he isnt having a busy match. Which is very wrong.
Other than that the assumption you make on Johnstone is ridiculous too, De Gea is one of the factors why the defence is so stable, he takes part is organizing and shaping the defence especially in dangerous situations. Johnstone cant to that to his level. Nor is he aerially as commanding as de Gea currently is which prevents goals.
I can bet that you cant name more than 2 games where De Gea cost us points, but I can name more than 2 where Zlatan did. The comparison is strange because it is easier for a striker to win points but also lose points, but de Gea was of the highest possible/reasonable level for most matches.
You might forget but people even wanted Ibra out of the team for periods last season.
I felt DDG was partly to blame for Stoke's second goal. Started to come, stopped and then seemed to lose his bearings. He still has the occasional horror from crosses (he was appalling in his fist season) which is why I do not think he is the best keeper in the world. The save that led to the corner for that goal was sensational although not quite as good as I first thought: it was at a good height to help over. I still expect him to be at Real sooner rather than later. (and we should move for Jack Butland)
Gary Bailey is often forgotten. one of the most underrated keepers of his time. I remember his first game. He was very secure that day and went on to be excellent for us (except maybe that horrid Cup final against Arsenal)
Such a shame that save won't be remembered well because of Jones' horrible defending from that corner.
His reactions are insanely fast.
His reactions are insanely fast.
Man Utd 3:0 Basel
So happy hes getting the clean sheets hes deserved after a few seasons of being our POTY and being let down by others. Its nice to see him not called into action pretty much all the time
Saying that, he made a good save today
Saying that, he made a good save today
Yeah, it's a good sign that on the few times he's called upon he's able to make great saves. His concentration is generally excellent.So happy hes getting the clean sheets hes deserved after a few seasons of being our POTY and being let down by others. Its nice to see him not called into action pretty much all the time
Saying that, he made a good save today
Does anyone have a clip/gif of Dave's save last night?
Judging a keeper's season long performance on the basis of super saves that look great on camera is just wrong. There's far more that goes into it like organising defences, taking control of the area, positioning, anticipation etc. Take VDS for instance, he was so bloody good at these that he'd regularly make saves that look absolutely routine but would require another keeper to make a super save to keep out.
Much appreciated @MyOnlySolskjaer 
Aye it's a good save on seeing it there. Think the one v Stoke was better though.
Aye it's a good save on seeing it there. Think the one v Stoke was better though.
Can't think of a goalkeeper with better reflexes...maybe Rinat Dasaev.
Found pretty good video of Dasaev:
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Found pretty good video of Dasaev:
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The bookies must make a mint off you
Man Utd 4:0 Everton
Best player by far and I don't wanna be repeating this again for a home game.
The only true world class player we have in the squad.
Been very solid today considering the defence haven't exactly been doing him any favours.
I don't think you ever played in goal, or in defence for that matter.
Actually I'm doubting you ever played football reading this.
Doesn't really matter if you think that.
De Gea was a good player last season, but he wasn't our best player in my opinion when others did more to win us cups. That's all there is to it for me.
I hope we never sell him. He's just incredible.
Our centerbacks started to think that DDG had too little to do, and decided to become a bit shit in the last 2 games.
My MOTM.
My MOTM.
Excellent when called upon. Mr. Reliable.
Without him it would have been another 1-1 draw. Always excellent when called for.
He's incredible, it's so relieving knowing we have him as our last man to beat.
Best in the world.
Best in the world.
Meh, de Gea gonna de Gea. Just another day at the office for this superstar.
He's the best keeper in the world.
I may be crazy but I don't think it's up for debate.
I may be crazy but I don't think it's up for debate.
How is Neuer rated higher than him on FIFA.
Hype.
Agreed. Not even close now.
Was brilliant today. Made sure we get 3 points.
Best in the World. No doubt.
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