Oblak and the Zamora: A Classic from a Distance
Jan Oblak, the Slovenian goalkeeper, is in a privileged position to conquer his sixth Zamora Trophy, a milestone that would consecrate him as the most decorated goalkeeper in LaLiga history, surpassing legends like Ramallets and Valdés.
El Clásico, although from a distance, plays a crucial role in his aspirations. Before, Oblak will face Real Sociedad at the Metropolitano, a vital match to secure Atlético’s qualification for the Champions League and to consolidate his candidacy for the Zamora.
Barcelona’s offensive performance in this season’s Clásicos, where they have scored a total of 12 goals in three matches, could be decisive for Oblak to outshine Courtois in the fight for the trophy.
After keeping a clean sheet in Vitoria, Oblak reduced his average of goals conceded to 0.82 per game, surpassing Courtois, who received two goals from Celta and has an average of 0.86.
The Clásico matchday is presented as a golden opportunity for Oblak to establish himself in the first place and lead the way to his sixth Zamora. Both Oblak and Courtois dominate the competition for the trophy, with a 5-3 advantage for the Slovenian. Of the eight trophies they have won, seven have been defending the goal of Cholo’s Atleti, consolidating the team as the biggest guarantee to turn their goalkeepers into the best in LaLiga since the arrival of the Argentinian coach.
