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Makes two saves in win Flekken allowed three goals but did make two important saves in Brentford's 4-3 win over Manchester United Sunday.

Impact The goalkeeper got fortunate with his team providing great offense but every save proved to be important in this contest. Flekken is unlikely to face this much pressure next Saturday, as Ipswich Town has only scored 35 goals in EPL play this season.

MAY 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet, assists Thursday Flekken made five saves and secured a clean sheet in Thursday's 2-0 victory versus Nottingham Forest. He also recorded an assist.

Impact Flecked had a strong performance Thursday as he kept a clean sheet versus a strong Nottingham Forest attack. It marked his sixth clean sheet of the season and it marked his 16 match with at least five saves. Although his clean sheet was notable, he also assisted Yoane Wissa's goal in the 70th minute, recording a rare assist by a goalkeeper. He faces a favorable matchup Sunday versus Manchester United, a side which has scored 39 goals through 34 matches this season.

MAY 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes two in win Flekken had one save and allowed two goals in Saturday's 4-2 victory against Brighton.

Impact Flekken had fewer saves than goals conceded but walked away with the win thanks to a great effort from the rest of the squad. This marked the first time in 12 appearances that he came up with no more than one save. Up next for Brentford is a meeting with Nottingham Forest on May 1.

APRIL 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Recovers after allowing goal Flekken allowed the first goal in Brentford's 1-1 draw against Arsenal but made two great saves to preserve the point for the Bees.

Impact Flekken had some critical saves, including a late dive, to secure one point for Brentford. The goalkeeper will be busy once again next Saturday, as a Brighton side that has scored 51 goals in 32 matches comes to town.

APRIL 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Clean sheet with six saves Flekken registered six saves and allowed zero goals in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Chelsea.

Impact For the 2024-25 Premier League, Flekken has five clean sheets, three of which he maintained across his last seven appearances since February. Statistically, Flekken's latest clean sheet is his best, considering it is among the aforementioned five's only one with at least six saves. Flekken's form reaching a new peak comes at a much-needed time, considering Brentford's next game is an away game at Arsenal on Saturday.

APRIL 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Allows two goals in loss Flekken made two saves and allowed two goals in Wednesday's 2-1 defeat against Newcastle United.

Impact Flekken turned aside two of four Newcastle shots on target Wednesday as Brentford fell in a 2-1 loss at St. James' Park. Since recording his last clean sheet, Flekken has made 13 saves and four clearances while conceding five goals over four appearances (four starts). His next challenge is likely to come Sunday when Brentford host fourth-place Chelsea.

APRIL 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Five saves in Vitality win Flekken had five saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 2-1 victory against AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Flekken was sharp Saturday. He made five skillful saves and was unlucky with the conceded goal which came off a deflection. The Dutchman has produced an average of 4.4 saves per game (74 percent), currently best in the EPL, and has produced four clean sheets, two from the last five matches. He has a good chance of delivering another shutout in the Bees next against Newcastle. In their last five EPL matches the Magpies have lost three and failed to score twice.

MARCH 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Three saves in defeat Flekken made three saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-0 defeat to Aston Villa.

Impact This marked the seventh consecutive league appearance that Flekken registered at least three saves. This was also the fifth time in that span that he conceded no more than one goal. Up next for Brentford is a meeting with AFC Bournemouth on Saturday.

MARCH 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes late equalizer Flekken made three saves in Brentford's 1-1 draw Wednesday against Everton, but gave up a crucial equalizer in the second half.

Impact Flekken failed to make it three clean sheets in a row thanks to a late goal, and he's unlikely to keep a clean sheet next Saturday against Aston Villa, even though Brentford will have the rest advantage. Aston Villa have scored 40 goals in league play this season.

FEBRUARY 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Consecutive clean sheets Flekken registered three saves and secured a clean sheet in Friday's 4-0 win versus Leicester City.

Impact Flekken made three saves Friday to earn his second successive clean sheet in a convincing 4-0 victory over Leicester City. Brentford's veteran keeper is on a strong run of form, having made 10 saves and two clearances while conceding just one goal over his last three appearances (three starts). Flekken will look for his third successive clean sheet Wednesday when Brentford host Everton who have averaged two goals scored per fixture over their last three league matches.

FEBRUARY 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back in net Flekken (strain) will start Saturday's trip to West Ham, according to manager Thomas Frank. "Flekken is ready and will be in goal, which is good."

Impact Flekken will start Saturday's trip after overcoming a muscle injury throughout the week. It was never feared to be a serious one, and as expected he's straight back available. Hakon Valdimarsson will fall to the bench with Flekken fit.

FEBRUARY 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up strain Flekken was not featured during the 2-0 loss to Tottenham with a side strain. According to manager Thomas Frank, "Mark picked up a side strain two days ago so unfortunately he can'...

Impact Hakon Valdimarsson got the start in the net for Flekken, who has been dealing with a side strain. He had allowed eight goals in the last six PL matches, making 24 saves with a clean sheet in that span. The keeper is set to be further assessed, though will have an extra week to recover with the next league clash not until Feb 15 against the Hammers.

FEBRUARY 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Four saves in win Flekken recorded four saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 2-1 victory versus Crystal Palace.

Impact Flekken recorded at least four saves for a third straight outing and is up to a total of 16 saves in that span. This also marked the first time in three games that he limited opponents to a maximum of one goal. Up next for Brentford is a meeting with Tottenham on Sunday.

JANUARY 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Beaten in stoppage time Flekken had six saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-0 defeat to Liverpool.

Impact Flekken played an absolutely brilliant 90 minutes before Darwin Nunez made the most of two chances and put a pair of goals past Flekken. It was still a great game from Flekken, but in the end he was saddled with a disappointing loss. He should have the chance to shine in the coming weeks especially if he and the defense can maintain this level.

JANUARY 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes two, makes six saves Flekken registered six saves and allowed two goals in Tuesday's 2-2 draw against Manchester City.

Impact Flekken had a solid outing despite allowing two goals, as he made six saves in a big effort to help Brentford maintain City to two goals as the Bees completed a comeback to earn a point. He will now look to continue to stay strong in net as the club heads host Liverpool in the hope of an upset on Saturday. However, he looks unlikely to add to his two clean sheets even if they do pull off the win.

JANUARY 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

One save in clean sheet win Flekken had one save and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 5-0 win versus Southampton.

Impact Flekken was only required to make one save as his side won 5-0 away from home. This was his second clean sheet of the season and his first in eight matches. Both of these clean sheets have come in away games where he has been required to make two or fewer saves.

JANUARY 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Allows three goals Flekken (groin) got the start for Brentford, giving up three goals in Wednesday's loss to Arsenal. He made one save.

Impact Flekken had a tough outing after starting the game well but was able to play the entire contest. He should be able to play against Southampton Saturday and has a great chance to keep a clean sheet. Southampton has just two goals in its last five matches across all competitions.

JANUARY 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Wednesday Flekken (groin) is in the starting XI for Wednesday's clash with Arsenal.

Impact Flekken was a doubt for Wednesday's clash, but in the end he was deemed fit enough to start. With Flekken fully fit Hakon Valdimarsson is back on the bench. Flekken is a strong goalkeeper, but will be in for a tough test against Arsenal.

JANUARY 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Likely game-time call Flekken (groin) might have a shot to play against Arsenal on Wednesday, manager Thomas Frank told media Monday. "[Mark] Flekken is more positive, still too early to say he will pla...

Impact Flekken left the previous match, a scoreless draw against Brighton, midway through the first half due to a groin injury, but his status is uncertain for the clash against the Gunners. If Flekken ends up being ruled out, then Hakon Valdimarsson would get the first Premier League start of his career. He replaced Flekken in the draw versus Brighton and kept a clean sheet.

DECEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set for assessment Flekken is set for assessment after injuring his groin against Brighton on Friday, according to manager Thomas Frank. "We have no real update. We'll know more tomorrow when we real...

Impact Flekken will hope his issues are only minor after leaving the field injured Friday, appearing to injure his groin after stretching for a ball with his leg. This could be a brutal loss for the club, as he has yet to miss a start this season. If he were to miss time, Hakon Valfimarsson would likely see the start, as he replaced Flekken Friday after he left the field.

DECEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes two again Flekken had four saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-0 loss against Nottingham Forest.

Impact Flekken has conceded two goals in each of his last three games. Across them, the goalkeeper averaged four saves, indicating his latest log was a standard appearance. Flekken has one chance to redeem himself in 2024, and that game comes Friday at Brighton & Hove Albion.

DECEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Six saves, two goals conceded Flekken recorded six saves and allowed two goals in Sunday's 2-1 defeat versus Chelsea.

Impact Flekken logged more than five saves in two of his last three appearances. However, each of them saw him concede multiple goals. Flekeen will try to establish more consistency beginning from Brentford's next game, currently scheduled for Saturday against Nottingham Forest.

DECEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes twice in win Flekken made two saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 4-2 win against Newcastle United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 88th minute.

Impact Flekken allowed two goals while making two saves in the win. The goalkeeper was under heavy pressure in the first half as both goals occurred in the first 32 minutes of the game, and he was fortunate early on as a shot hit the crossbar. He did a good job securing the lead in the second half as he was unbeaten. Next, they'll face off against Chelsea, a team with 31 goals in 14 games.

DECEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Seven saves in defeat Flekken made seven saves and allowed three goals in Wednesday's 3-1 defeat against Aston Villa.

Impact Flekken's net was harassed by 10 Aston Villa shots on target Wednesday as Brentford fell 3-1. The Bees' keeper has faced the full force of the opponent attack this year, being forced into five or more saves in 11 of his 14 appearances (14 starts), leading Brentford to the fifth-worst defensive record in the Premier League with 26 goals allowed. Flekken's next test is likely to come Saturday when Brentford host Newcastle who scored three goals in their most recent fixture versus Liverpool.

DECEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes two Flekken had two saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 4-1 victory versus Leicester City.

Impact Flekken recorded two saves and a clearance, but conceded the opener in the 21st minute. He has recorded 18 saves in the last four games while also registering a clean sheet. Next, he faces Aston Villa.

NOVEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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