In February, Premier League fans were treated to a number of save of the Month contenders.
Throughout the month, the men between the sticks made wonderful save, after wonderful save, after wonderful save.
Here's the six saves that have made the February Castrol Save of the Month shortlist:
1. Jose Sa (vs Man Utd)
Wolves have been one of the surprise packages of the 2023/24 campaign so far, and that is in large part thanks to the brilliant performances of their goalkeeper Jose Sa.
The Portuguese goalie was in fantastic form once again in February, with the pick of his litany of saves coming against Manchester United. Sa was able to stick out a left boot to deny Rasmus Hojlund from point-blank range at Molineux.
2. Guglielmo Vicario (vs Everton)
Vicario has been a revelation this season for Tottenham Hotspur, and he continued to star for his new club in a recent clash with Everton in north London.
The Italian international reacted sharply to save a low Ben Godfrey header with his feet, before then chopping the ball clear of danger when on the ground.
3. Emiliano Martinez (vs Sheffield United)
Emi Martinez pulled off a remarkable double save in February, first denying Anel Ahmedhodzic's volley from the heart of the penalty area and then Jack Robinson's follow-up effort when he was routed to the ground.
Top class goalkeeping from a top class goalkeeper.
4. Andre Onana (vs West Ham)
Andre Onana played a key role in Manchester United's resurgence throughout February - the Red Devils won four games in all competitions - and one of his most telling contributions during the month came in a 3-0 win over West Ham United.
Onana showed off his sharp reactions and strong left hand to deny a close range header which deflected off Edson Alvarez and toward the bottom left corner of the net.
5. Mark Flekken (vs Wolves)
Another summer 2023 signing who has impressed recently is Mark Flekken, with the new Brentford number one earning his nomination thanks to his near post stop to deny a thumping Pedro Neto header.
6. Alphonse Areloa (vs Arsenal)
Areola has been a standout performer for West Ham this season, winning the Castrol Save of the Month award in October for a save against Aston Villa.
This month he received a nomination for tipping a ferocious Leandro Trossard over the crossbar.
This article was originally published on 90min.com as Castrol Save of the Month nominees - February 2024.
