Top 10 clubs with most clean sheets in 2023

Published at :January 2, 2024 at 2:03 PM

Modified at :January 13, 2024 at 11:17 AM

These teams have been on top form throughout the season

As we all know the famous quote by the legendary Sir Alex Ferguson, “Attack wins you games, defence wins you titles.” The ability to keep clean sheets and concede fewer goals is often the hallmark of a successful team.

High-calibre goalkeepers are found on many elite clubs, particularly in Europe’s top five leagues, who maintain a significant number of clean sheets each season. However, the defence also contributes significantly to keeping the attackers at a minimum, thus the custodian isn’t the only factor that prevents clubs from leaking goals.

We find it the perfect time to take a look at which teams across Europe’s top five leagues have put together the most secure defences in their respective league competitions. Let’s dive in and explore these impressive top 10 clubs with the most clean sheets in Europe’s big five leagues in 2023:

10. Manchester United – 16 clean sheets

The Red Devils are considered to be one of the most successful clubs in Europe due to their achievements and glory under Sir Alex Ferguson, but in recent times they have struggled a lot to keep that consistency. They faced a lot of issues on and off the fields, but still, they had custodians at the back who could protect the back. Earlier David de Gea and now Andre Onana is the custodian at the back. With good defence, the Red Devils have had 16 clean sheets in 2023, which is quite impressive considering their inconsistent performance.

9. Napoli – 17 clean sheets

The level of competition in Serie A has increased significantly over the past five years, and Napoli can credit themselves for stepping up their game. They won the Serie A last season after a long time, their defence was one of the best in Europe and they can go into any match, confident of securing a result as their defence takes care of any threat at the back. In 2023 they had 17 clean sheets.

8. Real Sociedad – 17 clean sheets

Not many people expected Real Sociedad to perform well, but they surprised many people with their performance last season as they finished fourth in LaLiga and this season as well they are fighting to secure a position in UEFA Champions League. A solid defence is the biggest reason for the improved performance and due to that in 2023, they had 17 clean sheets.

7. Liverpool – 17 clean sheets

The Reds are one of the biggest clubs in the world and are currently the table toppers in the Premier League. Last season as well their defence was really good but this season they have improved their defence drastically. This team have had 17 clean sheets in 2023 and they will want to keep their defensive performance consistent keeping in mind that they have a really good chance to get the Premier League title.

6. Lazio – 18 clean sheets

The Biancocelesti had an excellent season under Maurizio Sarri. But their performance had dropped immensely this season, currently, they are 9th in the league table and still far away from securing any European competitions. But last season it was the opposite as they finished second in the table and had one of the best defences in the top five European leagues. In 2023 Lazio recorded a total of 18 clean sheets.

5. OGC Nice – 19 clean sheets

The French team have bounced back this season with their performance and currently are second in Ligue 1. Not many people expected them to be this good defensively as they have improved their defence with some new signings. If they keep their performance like this they will get the chance to play in the Champions League.

4. Real Madrid – 19 clean sheets

Real Madrid have been one of Europe’s most consistent teams for the past 10 years. This period has seen them win many titles courtesy of their solid defence and attack. Los Blancos are still in the title race as they are top of the LaLiga 2023-24 table but would need a bit of luck and improved play to win the league. Many crucial players are injured and are out this season but still, they are performing well in the league as well as in Europe. They have focused largely on attack, but somehow, their defence has found a way to remain solid.

3. Juventus – 20 clean sheets

After a disappointing last season, Juventus have improved their performance and are currently second in Serie A. One of the reasons is Allegeri’s focus on improving the team’s defence, They have a chance to win the league this season as they are very close to their arch-rivals Inter Milan. In 2023 they have had 20 clean sheets.

2. Inter Milan – 21 clean sheets

Last season’s finalists in the Champions League (2022-23) are currently table toppers in Serie A 2023-24 and have only conceded eight goals this season in their league. With the goal difference of thirty-four, they are rock solid at the back. Not only in Italy but in the whole of Europe there aren’t many teams who can break this defence. They are not only good at defence but also pose a huge threat in attack, Inzaghi’s men are a lethal combination and have a really good chance of winning everything this year.

1. Barcelona – 22 clean sheets

FC Barcelona — Barcelona recorded a total of 22 clean sheets in 2023

Everyone knows that Barcelona have struggled so much when it comes to having a solid defence. For years, the Blaugrana have been looking for profiles that can match the club’s identity and still be world-class. Barcelona were thoroughly superb at the back last season but this season it is the opposite as they have conceded a lot of goals and their main talisman Marc Andre ter Stegen is out due to injury. Their defence also seems to be struggling this season a lot. But still, they have managed a total of 22 clean sheets in 2023 which is good.

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