Mike Penders
CHE
Goalkeeper
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Jul 31, 2005 (21)
Left
6'7"
209 lb
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2026/2027 Premier League
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2026/2027 Premier League
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Concedes twice, including own goal
Penders made three saves and allowed two goals, but also 2 an own goal in Saturday's 2-0 loss versus Tottenham Hotspur.
Analysis: Penders made his first career Premier League start Saturday, coming in for the injured Emiliano Martinez (jaw). It was a performance he may not want to remember though as he made a massive error on a corner kick in the 77th minute, missing his punch of the ball and scoring an own goal. He also conceded an outside-the-box goal by Mathys Tel in the 87th minute, giving Spurs a rare win at Stamford Bridge. Martinez will remain out Saturday versus Manchester United, so Penders will likely have a chance to redeem himself.
Ready for increased involvement
Penders is fully fit and ready for additional Premier League involvement after impressing in training and during his debut against Everton, according to coach Xabi Alonso, per Football London. "He's ready. He's been training well. He has shown he has a good level. When he came on, in a few minutes he showed his personality and qualities. That is why we have a squad to be ready for these situations."
Analysis: Penders appears ready to take on a more prominent role for Chelsea after making his Premier League debut during Saturday's 2-0 victory over Everton. The 21-year-old Belgian goalkeeper came off the bench in the second half to replace Emiliano Martinez (jaw), who was forced off following a head collision with Jarrad Branthwaite. Having previously featured in Carabao Cup encounters against Luton Town and Leeds United, Penders demonstrated his ability to handle Premier League action despite entering the match unexpectedly. Coach Alonso has praised both his performances in training and his composure against Everton, suggesting the goalkeeper has earned the coaching staff's confidence. With Martinez ruled out for several weeks, the Belgian will be in contention for his first Premier League start against Tottenham on Saturday.
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