Overview
- Barcelona’s Joan Garcia and pundit Rio Ferdinand said Raya is the best goalkeeper in the world right now.
- The Arsenal No.1 leads the Golden Glove race with 15 clean sheets in 31 league games and is tracking a third straight award, with Donnarumma and Pickford next on 11.
- Spain manager Luis de la Fuente named Raya in a four-keeper group for World Cup prep, and Santi Canizares called the choice for No.1 a very high-profile issue.
- Despite not playing for Spain since November 2024, Raya’s case rests on standout metrics this season, including sweeping actions, high claims, and progressive passing.
- The selection debate at club level persisted after Kepa Arrizabalaga started the Carabao Cup final, as Ferdinand argued Raya’s buildup play would have helped against Manchester City’s press.