Loris Karius
S04
Goalkeeper
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Jun 22, 1993 (33)
Right
6'2"
192 lb
Four saves in 0-0 draw
Karius had four saves and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus 1. FC Koln.
Analysis: Karius secured his third clean sheet of the season as Schalke drew 0-0 with Koln. He made four saves, his fifth time making this number of saves this season. This was the second time in his three clean sheets that he has made at least four saves while preventing a goal.
Makes five saves despite defeat
Karius made five saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-0 defeat to Mainz.
Analysis: Karius made five saves while allowing one goal during Saturday's 1-0 home loss to Mainz, delivering an impressive individual performance despite the result. He produced several outstanding stops, denying Sheraldo Becker twice in the opening minute before making further saves against the forward and Phillip Tietz, who eventually beat him from close range in the 24th minute. Karius was arguably Schalke's standout performer, keeping his side competitive throughout a match in which Mainz created several clear opportunities to extend their advantage. Karius will look to build on that performance in Saturday's clash against Koln.
Concedes twice in defeat
Karius registered three saves and allowed two goals in Sunday's 2-1 defeat against SC Freiburg.
Analysis: Karius made an early save against Igor Matanovic before denying Matthias Ginter's header in the 10th minute, only for Maximilian Eggestein to convert the rebound. He was beaten again by Keisuke Goto's late header as Schalke failed to capitalize on their numerical advantage. The goalkeeper has recorded 26 saves, conceded six goals and kept two clean sheets across five Bundesliga appearances this season. Karius will aim for a stronger showing against Mainz.
Registers clean sheet
Karius had one save and allowed zero goals in Sunday's 0-0 draw against SV 07 Elversberg.
Analysis: Karius made a save and 16 passes and secured a clean sheet. He has started the campaign brilliantly and has now recorded 23 saves in just four games and this was his second clean sheet. He takes on SC Freiburg after the international break.
Back in contention Sunday
Karius is back available for Sunday's clash against Elversberg., according to coach Miron Muslic.
Analysis: Karius' return puts him back in contention for Sunday's clash against Elversberg after training individually earlier in the week. The goalkeeper has established himself as the first-choice option and has shown strong shot-stopping ability and composure in goal. His experience and recent form should keep him firmly in the mix to start Sunday.
Trains individually
Karius trained individually Tuesday as Schalke began preparations for Saturday's clash against Elversberg, according to the club.
Analysis: Karius' status for Saturday is uncertain after he worked away from the team, though Schalke didn't indicate whether the individual session was injury-related or simply workload management. His participation in training later in the week should provide more clarity on his availability. Kevin Muller would be expected to start in goal if Karius is unable to play.
Seven saves in win
Karius allowed a goal while making seven saves during Friday's 3-1 win over Union Berlin.
Analysis: Karius allowed a consolation goal in stoppage time as Schalke came away with all three points Friday. The keeper has allowed four goals while combining for 22 saves and keeping a clean sheet over his first three Bundesliga starts. Schalke take on Elversberg at home next weekend.
Keeps clean sheet against Bayern
Karius had five saves and allowed zero goals in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Bayern Munich.
Analysis: Karius played an essential role in his team's strong defensive showing that kept the reigning champions from scoring in this game. The infamous goalkeeper has had a productive start to the season and is now leading the league with 15 saves over two matches played. He'll need to stay in top form to help Schalke obtain points in their return to the top flight, with the next test being an away clash against Union Berlin's 12th-ranked attack.
10 saves, still allows three
Karius registered 10 saves and allowed three goals in Sunday's 3-0 defeat versus FC Augsburg.
Analysis: Karius had a busy opening match as Schalke rejoined Bundesliga play, with the goalie facing 13 shots on net, saving 10 but allowing three. This is a decent showing for the keeper despite the goals allowed, seemingly let down more by his defense than himself. With Bayern Munich next, it is unlikely to get any easier for Karius next contest.
League-leading goalkeeper
Karius ended a remarkable redemption season as one of the best goalkeepers in the 2. Bundesliga, keeping a league-leading 13 clean sheets across 30 appearances with a save percentage of 73, the highest of any first-choice goalkeeper in the division.
Analysis: Karius played a starring role in Schalke's stingy defensive campaign, conceding just 24 goals throughout the season, and earned praise from club legend Klaus Fischer as potentially the best goalkeeper in the country. Karius heads into the Bundesliga as Schalke's undisputed number one, and his outstanding form throughout the promotion campaign suggests he could make an immediate impact back at the top level of German football after years of struggling to rebuild his career.
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