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Arsenal goalkeeper Petr Cech’s dreadful penalty run continues as Sergio Aguero nets 13th in a row

Veteran goalkeeper concedes another from 12 yards, as he's yet to save a spot-kick for the Gunners

PETR CECH conceded his 13th penalty for Arsenal when Sergio Aguero netted from the spot in Manchester City's 3-1 win today.

The 35-year-old joined the north London club from Chelsea in June 2015, and has since faced and conceded 13 penalties.

 13 is the unlucky number for Cech
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13 is the unlucky number for CechCredit: Reuters
 Sergio Aguero netted his eighth goal of the season from the spot
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Sergio Aguero netted his eighth goal of the season from the spotCredit: AP:Associated Press

It's fair to say its not his speciality as throughout his long career, Cech has saved just 16 penalties, and let in a whopping 53.

While at the Blues, the Czech keeper saved spot-kicks from the likes of Arjen Robben, and Lionel Messi, but that form hasn't translated to the Emirates.

Aguero's effort from 12 yards is the second he has conceded already this season, along with Troy Deeney's in Arsenal's 2-1 loss to Watford.

His last penalty save came in October 2014 for Chelsea against Maribor, and in the Premier League that record extends back to 2011, saving Fulham striker Clint Dempsey's effort.

 Nacho Monreal conceded the penalty which led to Aguero's goal for City
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Nacho Monreal conceded the penalty which led to Aguero's goal for CityCredit: AFP or licensors
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Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger won't be too happy with his number 33Credit: PA:Press Association

Jamie Carragher criticised the former Chelsea goalkeeper, saying he has declined in ability since his Blues days.

Carragher said the keeper was at fault for Kevin De Bruyne's first goal for City, which Cech got a hand on.

 


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He said on Sky Sports: "Petr Cech should save that.

"I think he is one of the great goalkeepers in the Premier League, but now he's just a good goalkeeper."

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Cech may need to get back on the training ground and practice saving penaltiesCredit: Reuters
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Penalties may not be Arsenal's major concern, as that loss to Man City means they remain in sixth place.

It's already four losses out of their 11 games for the Gunners, who face rivals Tottenham after the international break.

Cech has had a decorated career, winning the Premier League four times, and the Champions League with Chelsea.

While at Arsenal he has only won an FA Cup, as Arsenal saw off his old side Chelsea to lift the trophy at Wembley last season.

 The veteran keeper has conceded 16 goals in the league this season
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The veteran keeper has conceded 16 goals in the league this seasonCredit: Rex Features
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