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1 Freiburg goalkeeper Atubolu eyes Bundesliga records before break

SC Freiburg’s young goalkeeper, Noah Atubolu, is on the verge of breaking two Bundesliga records ahead of the March international break.

The 21 year old shot stopper recently became the first goalkeeper since 2014 to save four consecutive penalties, equalling the record set by former Bayer Leverkusen goalkeeper Bernd Leno. Atubolu now has a chance to surpass this feat in Freiburg’s upcoming match against Augsburg, where he could set a new Bundesliga milestone.

Additionally, the German-Nigerian goalkeeper is on an impressive clean sheet run, having gone 400 consecutive minutes without conceding a goal. If he can extend this streak by 110 more minutes, he will surpass Richard Golz’s record 2000-2001 as the Freiburg goalkeeper with the longest unbeaten run in Bundesliga history.
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In 20 Bundesliga appearances this season, Atubolu has kept eight clean sheets, boasting a 40% clean sheet rate only behind RB Leipzig’s Péter Gulácsi 50% and Bayern Munich’s Manuel Neuer 57.9%.
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With these records in sight, all eyes will be on Atubolu as he looks to cement his place as one of the top emerging goalkeepers in .
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Noah Atubolu’s rise in the Bundesliga highlights the growing presence of young goalkeepers making their mark in Europe’s top leagues. His penalty saving heroics and clean sheet streak underline his impressive shot stopping ability and composure under pressure.
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For a young goalkeeper, maintaining consistency is key, and Atubolu has shown remarkable growth this season. His performances are not only elevating Freiburg’s defensive stability but also placing him in contention for bigger opportunities, possibly at the international level.
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A key question now is whether Nigeria will attempt to lure him into the Super Eagles setup. With his eligibility for both Germany and Nigeria still open, securing his commitment could be a significant boost for Nigeria’s goalkeeping future. If Freiburg’s rising star continues this form, he could soon attract interest from top European clubs.
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As he approaches the international break, breaking these records would be a fitting reward for his outstanding season so far.

Did You Know?

Noah Atubolu is eligible to play for either Germany or Nigeria at the senior international level. He has saved four consecutive penalties, matching a record set by Bernd Leno in 2014. His 40% clean sheet rate this season is among the best in the Bundesliga. Freiburg’s defensive record has improved significantly since Atubolu became the club’s first-choice goalkeeper. If he extends his clean sheet streak past 510 minutes, he will become the longest-serving shutout keeper in Freiburg’s Bundesliga history.