10) Shay Given is well beyond his prime
Well, this one should be that much of a surprise. At the age of 40, Shay Given finds himself in the Premier League replacing Jack Butland in goal for Stoke City. During his prime, Given was a fine keeper for Manchester City and Newcastle United.
For Stoke City, however, Shay Given has conceded a huge number of goals. No, the blame is not completely on the goalkeeper. But is he good enough for the Premier League? Should Stoke look for a better backup? On the basis of Stoke’s defence, they need two goalkeepers playing at the same time.
Edited by Staff Editor