Melker Ellborg
SUNSweden
May 22, 2003
22
6'3"
GK
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SunderlandConcedes one against Magpies
Ellborg registered three saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 2-1 win over Newcastle United.
Analysis: Ellborg would make three saves Sunday while allowing one goal, a decent match for the keeper. However, it is a second straight league game without a clean sheet, remaining at one in his minimal three league appearances. He continues in the starting role for now as Robin Roefs (hamstring) recovers, although it is up in the air who will start against Tottenham on April 12 when play resumes.
Three saves in home loss
Ellborg made three saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-0 loss versus Brighton.
Analysis: Ellborg made three saves in a rare start as he replaced the injured Robin Roefs (hamstring). He has started the last three games in all competitions and has only conceded two goals in the three games, keeping one clean sheet. In his two Premier Leeague games he has made three or more saves on both occassions.
Four saves in first start
Ellborg recorded four saves and allowed zero goals in Tuesday's 1-0 win over Leeds United.
Analysis: Ellborg made four saves to secure a clean sheet in Tuesday's clash against Leeds, marking his first start of the season with his new club. The goalkeeper usually operates in a reserve role, but the injury to Robin Roefs could allow him to handle starting duties in the coming matches. He will aim to build on this performance against Port Vale in the FA Cup on Sunday and Brighton in the next league fixture.
Signs with Sunderland
Ellborg has signed with Sunderland from Malmo, according to his new club.
Analysis: Ellborg is off to England for the next stage of his career, joining Sunderland on a deal until the summer of 2030. This will give the club a new backup option in net, with the 22-year-old a player with promise moving forward, serving as Malmo's starter recently. That said, he will look to make a push for their starting role in the coming seasons, with Robin Roefs the current starter for the club.
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