Robin Roefs
SUNNetherlands
Left
Jan 17, 2003
23
6'4"
159 lb
GK
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SunderlandBack in training
Roefs (hamstring) was spotted in training Thursday and appears close to a return, the club posted.
Analysis: Roefs was spotted in training Thursday and appears close to a return after missing the last four matches with a hamstring injury. The goalkeeper was a starter prior to the setback and is expected to reclaim that role once fully fit, with Melker Ellborg set to return to the No. 2 spot.
Doing gym training
Roefs (hamstring) was involved in training in the gym, according to his club.
Analysis: Roefs had missed the last match before the international break with a hamstring injury, adding to a four-game absence, but is using the time off to recover, as the goalie was able to step back into the gym. This is a good step forward, as he will likely then see the training field during the break as well. He will then hope to be fit when the resume play on April 12, expected to assume back a starting role once fit.
Absent versus Newcastle
Roefs (hamstring) is unavailable for Sunday's contest against Newcastle.
Analysis: Roefs had a shot to be back for this one, but will ultimately sit out the four fixtures in a row due to a muscular injury. His next opportunity to return will come versus Tottenham on April 12.
Monitored ahead of Sunday
Roefs (hamstring) is questionable for Sunday's match against Newcastle, according to manager Regis Le Bris. "They are working hard behind the scenes to be ready for the game. We have to make medical decisions because we still have a lot of games to play after this one, as well as an international break."
Analysis: Roefs has not played in three games and remains questionable moving forward, with the goalie now a late call. This remains something for the club and fans to watch, as they are without their starting keeper, leaving Melker Ellborg to start in net. However, that could change Sunday if Roefs can reach full fitness, recording eight clean sheets in 28 appearances this campaign.
Still sidelined
Roefs (hamstring) is still out for Saturday's clash against Brighton as he is not yet fit enough to feature, according to coach Regis Le Bris. "This weekend will come too soon for Roefs, Mukiele and Reinildo..."
Analysis: Roefs remains unavailable for Saturday's clash against Brighton due to a hamstring injury that has already forced him to miss the last two matches. The goalkeeper hopes to resume training next week and target a return for the match against Newcastle United, but in the meantime Melker Ellborg is expected to continue starting in goal.
Missing from team sheet
Roefs is out for Tuesday's match against Leeds United due to a hamstring injury, according to manager Regis Le Bris. "A minor hamstring injury. He stretched his leg during a save. But unfortunately, he got this injury and is hoping it won't be long."
Analysis: Roefs was heading into Tuesday's game with some reports of an injury, and those claims were confirmed, forced out with a hamstring injury. This leaves Melker Ellborg to start in his place, with Simon Moore taking backup duties. A return date for the keeper is unknown, with some fearing a two-to-three-week absence, as the club is set to play next against Brighton on March 14.
Allows one
Roefs made four saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw against AFC Bournemouth. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 74th minute.
Analysis: Roefs made four saves whole allowing just a goal against the cherries on Saturday. He's held two clean sheets in the last six appearances, only making 12 saves in that span. The keeper will face off with Leeds for the next game on Tuesday, who have scored seven goals in the last five contests.
Allows three Sunday
Roefs allowed three goals while making a save during Sunday's 3-1 loss to Fulham.
Analysis: Roefs allowed all three goals in the second half as Sunderland dropped all three points. The keeper has allowed seven goals while combining for five saves over his last three league starts. Sunderland take on Bournemouth away Saturday.
Two saves in loss
Roefs had two saves and allowed one goal in Wednesday's 1-0 loss versus Liverpool.
Analysis: Roefs was under pressure throughout Wednesday's loss, but actually only faced three shots on his goal. The goalkeeper spent most of the match watching his defense block shot after shot as Liverpool poured on the attacking threat. Roefs nearly salvaged the draw but a Virgil van Dijk header from a corner proved to be unstoppable.
Allows three in loss
Roefs had two saves and allowed three goals in Saturday's 3-0 loss versus Arsenal.
Analysis: Roefs had a tough outing, struggling to deal with the more difficult chances he faced while finishing with two comfortable saves. He conceded three goals for the second straight away match and managed only one clean sheet and 13 saves in his last seven appearances, highlighting a recent dip in form ahead of Wednesday's match against Liverpool.
Easy clean sheet
Roefs had no saves and allowed zero goals in Monday's 3-0 win against Burnley.
Analysis: Roefs didn't face a shot during Monday's win. It was one of the easiest performances he's likely to have throughout his time in the top flight. He was never tested, didn't need to make a save and still came away with a win and clean sheet. The goalkeeper will have a far harder task against Arsenal next time out.
Concedes three in first half
Roefs allowed three goals while making two saves during Saturday's 3-1 loss to West Ham.
Analysis: Roefs allowed all three goals in the first half as Sunderland dropped all three points Saturday. The keeper has allowed seven goals while combining for six saves over his last three starts. Roefs and the Black Cats take on Burnley in their next Premier League fixture.
One save in victory
Roefs recorded one save and allowed one goal in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus Crystal Palace.
Analysis: Roefs saved one of two shots on goal and made two clearances Saturday as Sunderland earned a 2-1 home victory over Crystal Palace. In his inaugural Premier League campaign, the 23-year old keeper has conceded one goal or less in 16 of his 22 league appearances. Look for Roefs to continue his strong run of form Saturday when Sunderland travel to take-on West Ham United.
Concedes three in defeat
Roefs registered three saves and allowed three goals in Wednesday's 3-0 defeat to Brentford.
Analysis: Roefs was forced into action almost immediately, tipping Kevin Schade's early lob over the bar inside the opening minute. He was then beaten on the half hour when Vitaly Janelt's through ball released Igor Thiago, who rounded him and finished for the opener. After Enzo Le Fee's penalty miss, Roefs was exposed again, conceding twice while making three saves and a season high three clearances. The goalie will look to show a better face in the next Premier League clash against Crystal Palace on Jan. 17.
Concedes once in draw
Roefs recorded three saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Tottenham Hotspur.
Analysis: Roefs conceded one goal Sunday, a Ben Davies redirect off a corner in the first half. Roefs has been in great form as of late, only conceding two goals and keeping three clean sheets over his last five starts. He will look to keep that momentum going Wednesday at Brentford, a side which has scored 32 goals through 20 matches this season.
Clean sheet versus City
Roefs recorded four saves and allowed zero goals in Thursday's 0-0 draw against Manchester City.
Analysis: Roefs would provide four saves and prevent City from scoring Thursday, a solid accomplishment for the keeper. This marks his seventh clean sheet of the season, tied for the fifth most clean sheets in the league. He will now face Tottenham on Sunday, another chance to earn a clean sheet against a strong team.
Four saves in 1-1 draw
Roefs recorded four saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Leeds United.
Analysis: Roefs made four saves for the second game in a row, but was unable to keep his clean sheet streak running as he conceded to Dominic Calvert-Lewin, who is on a goalscoring streak. He has kept six clean sheets this season and has made at least three saves in 13 out of 18 games this year.
Four saves in 0-0 draw
Roefs recorded four saves and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Brighton.
Analysis: Roefs kept his sixth clean sheet of the season as he helped Sunderlnad secure a point away to Brighton. This clean sheet was his third away clean sheet of the season and his second clean sheet in the last two games. These two brought an end to seven games without a clean sheet. He also made four saves, the tenth time this season he has made at least four saves.
Back to clean sheets
Roefs registered two saves and secured a clean sheet in Sunday's 1-0 win against Newcastle United.
Analysis: Roefs had little to do, with neither of the two shots he faced posing much danger as both came from outside the box. The clean sheet ended a seven-match conceding streak after he recorded four shutouts in his first eight games. He is next set to face Brighton on Saturday.
Allows three against City
Roefs had two saves and allowed three goals in Saturday's 3-0 loss to Manchester City.
Analysis: Roefs was in for a tough match Saturday, and that it was, with the goalie allowing three goals while making two saves. This is now seven straight games without a clean sheet, a tough run for the keeper, but not too surprising. He remains with four in 15 appearances this campaign, set to face Newcastle in their next outing.
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