Southampton’s Gavin Bazunu stuns fans with a video showing two of his lightning fast reflex saves going viral on social media.
After recovering from an Achilles tendon injury, he’s continued his comeback by showcasing his talent with some standout saves in his latest Under-21 outing which has left many impressed.
The Ireland goalkeeper was back between the sticks with the Saints’ Premier League 2 side – and has now played three full games for the Under-21s with his best performance coming in the 2-0 win over Chelsea.
His ability to make such saves has been a topic of discussion, especially considering his return from injury and the expectations set on him as Southampton’s goalkeeper.
The saves have been described as “outstanding” and “ridiculous,” showcasing his potential to be a significant asset to the team as he continues to regain his form. Have a look at these and why it’s had so much talk this week…
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— Southampton FC (@SouthamptonFC) January 28, 2025
As seen in the video above, which has been seen by millions on Twitter alone, Gavin Bazunu, made a spectacular save from a corner kick where Donnell McNeilly directed his header towards the far corner.
Bazunu, positioned closer to his near post, managed to stretch out and tip the ball around the post with his left arm, a move that left fans and fellow players in awe, describing the save as ‘ridiculous’.
This performance highlights his recovery and readiness to return to higher-level play, with talks of a potential loan move to Serie A side Udinese.
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His ability to make such saves despite his injury recovery period is a testament to his talent and resilience.
Gavin Bazunu back making saves after his long term injury
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— IrishPropaganda🇮🇪⚽️ (@IrishPropaganda) January 18, 2025
Southampton’s Gavin Bazunu stuns fans with two of his lightning fast reflex saves…
@eurofootcom: 🇮🇪🧤 Goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu (22) recently suffered an achilles tendon rupture and was out for 250+ days… He’s slowly building his fitness back and made these 2 top saves for Southampton’s youth team! 👏
@cpsr1878: I’ve wanted us to sign him for a whileeee now, Bazunu will be one of the best in the prem in the next few years
@BMcGilligan97: Bazunu demonstrating all the ability he has in this clips, especially the ridiculous 2nd save. Looks sharp after his time away injured. He will be a great keeper and important to Southampton as they try to avoid the tag for the worst Premier League team ever.
@cahill_ashley: Sweet baby Jesus.. for that 2nd save, did he stick out an extended fake arm or something to reach it 😳😳😳 Unreal 🇮🇪
@Barry_M00re: And some still argue that goalkeepers can’t win games!! Absolutely incredible works of art, both of them 🧤⚽️🧤
@wallsofrock: Great for Ireland to have Bazunu & Kelleher as goalkeepers, just need to sort the remaining 10 outfield players & we should be ok🙄😀
@connorbarlow_: im not even shitting that 2nd save might be the greatest i’ve ever seen
@DetritusBramble: Every week you hear a lot of decent but fairly routine saves described as “amazing, great, superb” etc. The second save here is genuinely amazing, great, superb though. We should only use superlatives for the best of the best. That’s what they’re for…
@j0shmonk: trust in him next season, he’s experienced injury now. he’s grown from it, he’s more experienced now, i guarantee he will be quality next season especially not having to fanny about with the ball out the back ☝️
@Ramskkrdale: He’s better than Ramsdale
@WwfcDarragh: If Ireland had good fullbacks and wingers we might actually be a decent footballing country
@allymurray7: If that was Allison or Ederson, they would be creaming themselves.
@RichKonfusion: Love it. the first save is the one I’m gonna rate him on because that shows great technique, reflexes and tells me that he his weight was central when the shot was taken so he hasn’t tried to “cheat” and avoided a near post goal. Second save is easier but looks better.
@Phillymurf12: Jesus I thought the first one class by my god the second one how does he get to that 👏
@MattStewart7: What a 2nd save that is!!!!! 🧤
@leighralphuae: Sorry but this second save is a joke. One of the best I’ve seen. #gkunion
@philcurtis22: Will be the number 1 again next season when ramsdale goes back to the prem
@ScottWisely5xo: That second save is absolutely ridiculous 😂
@grahamcummins29: The second save is a joke
@ColinPep1: Arguably Saints’ best keeper
@johnsfc56: He’s better than Mccarthy we need him between the sticks
@JossRT31: That second save deserves an award… what a reach!
@BRFCBill: That second save is absolutely disgusting
@richardsonjnr7: Wow that second save is crazy
@carabini_10: If David Raya makes that 2nd save, Arsenal are bringing out a documentary about it
@foreverayellow: actually cant get over how good those saves are, really hope he gets in the saints first team again, oh how they badly need him

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