Creating the strongest defensive back-line in world football right now

Arsenal v Manchester City - Carabao Cup Final
Arsenal v Manchester City - Carabao Cup Final

Goalkeeper- Ederson (Manchester City)

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Ederson- The Brazilian Wall
Ederson- The Brazilian Wall

Like the dispute last season, the choice was between Allison Becker and Ederson Moraes. Jan Oblak was the other option. The Atletico Madrid shot-stopper got very close but the all-round style of Ederson and Allison's impact on Liverpool elevated them above him. Last season saw Ederson beat Allison to the PFA Team of the Year and it continues into this side.

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Perhaps City's lack of alternative makes Ederson's role seem that much more effective, but Ederson is without doubt undroppable. In the 2018/19 season, Ederson kept 20 clean sheets in the Premier League. The 26-year-old Brazilian international was also impressive in the Champions League keeping 3 clean sheets but making a string of effective saves.

Ederson has often been the difference for his side. For example, away against Everton, he made 7 saves and made important claims despite a shaky defensive performance, allowing City to win 3-1. Since we have no obligations such as fitness, Ederson is the choice to hold the space between the sticks and his style as a sweeper-keeper, which prompted Guardiola to sign him, benefits the mobility of this modern backline.

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Edited by Vishal Subramanian
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