David Raya Scouting Report
David Raya Scouting Report
Could their goalkeeper tighten Tottenham up at the back?
Profile Table: David Raya
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Country | Spain |
| Age | 27 Years (15 September 1995) |
| Birthplace | Barcelona, Spain |
| Club | Brentford |
| Height | 186cm - 6ft 1in |
| Weight | 81kg |
| Position | Goalkeeper |
| Footed | 89% Right |
David Raya is a Spanish international (2 caps) who was born on September 15, 1995, in Barcelona, Spain.
Let's take a look at his stats last season.
David Raya - 2021-2022 Premier League Statistics
| Category | Per 90 | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Goals Against | 1.10 | 73 |
| Penalty Kicks Allowed | 0.10 | 50 |
| Free Kick Goals Against | 0.00 | 69 |
| Corner Kick Goals Against | 0.10 | 79 |
| Own Goals Scored Against Goalkeeper | 0.00 | 79 |
| PSxG | 1.00 | 81 |
| PSxG/SoT | 0.26 | 29 |
| PSxG-GA | -0.10 | 31 |
| Passes Completed | 9.50 | 98 |
| Passes Attempted | 25.60 | 98 |
| Pass Completion % | 37.1 | 40 |
| Passes Attempted | 37.20 | 98 |
| Throws Attempted | 4.80 | 73 |
| Launch% | 51.9 | 69 |
| Average Pass Length | 42.7 | 69 |
| Goal Kicks | 8.50 | 83 |
| Launch% (Goal Kicks) | 74.1 | 65 |
| Avg. Length of Goal Kicks | 54.3 | 60 |
| Crosses Faced | 8.30 | 35 |
| Crosses Stopped | 0.90 | 73 |
| Crosses Stopped % | 10.8 | 83 |
| Def. Actions Outside Pen. Area | 1.50 | 96 |
| Avg. Distance of Def. Actions | 15.4 | 75 |
| Goals Against | 1.10 | 73 |
| Shots on Target Against | 3.50 | 15 |
| Saves | 2.50 | 15 |
| Save% | 71.4 | 65 |
| Wins | 0.30 | 50 |
| Draws | 0.30 | 63 |
| Losses | 0.40 | 65 |
| Clean Sheets | 0.30 | 69 |
| Clean Sheet % | 30.0 | 69 |
| Penalty Kicks Attempted | 0.10 | 42 |
| Penalty Kicks Allowed | 0.10 | 50 |
| Penalty Kicks Saved | 0.00 | 38 |
| Penalty Kicks Missed | 0.00 | 44 |
| Save% (Penalty Kicks) | 0.0 | 38 |
David Raya Scouting Report
Brentford goalkeeper David Raya had a solid performance in the 2021-2022 Premier League season while showcasing several strengths and areas for improvement.
Defensively, Raya faced an average of 3.50 shots on target per 90 minutes, making 2.50 saves with a save percentage of 71.4%. His ability to make saves contributed to a clean sheet percentage of 69% and a total of 0.30 clean sheets per 90 minutes.
Raya demonstrated proficiency in stopping crosses, with a 10.8% success rate in crosses stopped. He also displayed strong defensive actions outside the penalty area, averaging 1.50 actions per 90 minutes.
In terms of distribution, Raya exhibited accuracy and precision in his passing. He completed 9.50 passes and attempted 25.60 passes per 90 minutes, with a pass completion percentage of 37.1%.
Additionally, he attempted 37.20 passes per 90 overall, showcasing his involvement in the build-up play. Raya's average pass length was 42.7m+, indicating his ability to distribute the ball effectively.
When it comes to goal kicks, his average length of goal kicks was 54.3m, demonstrating his ability to distribute the ball long distances from goal kicks.
Overall, David Raya's performance in the 2022/23 Premier League season showcased his shot-stopping abilities, proficiency in distribution, effectiveness in dealing with crosses, plus the ability to spot and start attacks.
His strong defensive actions outside the penalty area and involvement in the build-up play highlight his contributions to Brentford's defensive structure.
With improvements in penalty saves and pass completion, Raya has the potential to further enhance his goalkeeping skills.
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1 comment
Thank you for these in-depth articles on potential club targets, much better than just those who throw the names in the hat and think 'job done!' Gives the average fan a chance to understand what each candidate can bring to the squad.
Regards
Les