Goalkeeper Glove Latex Types Explained (Grip Guide)
The palms of your goalkeeping gloves are equipped with a layer of latex. This influences how much grip and control you have of the ball. So it’s the single most …
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Goalkeeper Glove Cuts Explained — What’s The Best Type?
While you’re shopping around for a fresh pair of goalkeeping gloves there’s no doubt you’ll hear a lot about “glove cuts”. So what are they? In a nut shell, goalkeeper …
The Best Goalkeeper Blogs (Top Keeper Blogs)
There’s detailed blogs for the some of the weirdest, most obscure hobbies imaginable. So given the enormous popularity of football, you’d think there would be tons of brilliant goalkeeping bloggers …
Why Do Goalkeepers Get So Angry? — Crazy Keepers Explained
Football players unapologetically shout and bicker between one another. And it’s not necessarily the sign of bad team spirit. In fact, constructively criticising and motivating your team mates to play …
How To Catch Crosses & Corners Played Into The Box (Goalkeeper Guide)
Whenever a cross or corner is played into the box, goalkeepers need to make a high ball decision: stick, catch, deflect, or punch? Let’s suppose you’ve decided to catch the …
Goalkeeper Distribution Tips — Back Pass, Throwing, Goal Kicks & Drop Kicks
Goalkeeping is not just about making saves. It’s also about using various methods of distribution to pick out players, start off an attack, or clear the ball from danger. Keepers …
Goalkeeper 1v1 Situations — Tips For Diving At Feet & Winning The Ball
Diving at the feet of attackers in a 1v1 situation is the area of goalkeeping that separates the brave from the faint-hearted. Against all odds, keepers need to be fully …
What Impact Will VAR Have On Goalkeepers?
Whenever there’s televised football, the post-match discussions inevitably turn into a VAR debate. Pundits argue about the impact the technology will have on the game from an accuracy, spectator and …
Coping With Wet & Muddy Conditions As A Goalkeeper
Goalkeepers are synonymous with mud. And until summer comes around, there’s no avoiding it. Admittedly, wet mud provides some (but not many) advantages to goalkeepers — such as softer ground to …
10 Worst Things About Being A Goalkeeper (The Toughest Position)
It’s not always fun being a goalkeeper. It’s the most challenging, isolated, unforgiving, position on the pitch. Football’s a game that rewards goal scorers far more than the unsung heroes …
Are Goalkeepers A Different Breed? Are Keepers Unique?
It’s often said that goalkeepers are a “different breed” to outfield players. And it’s true. Throughout all levels of football, players and coaches involved in the game will attest to …
Psychology & Mental Strength Of Successful Goalkeepers
Psychologically, goalkeeping is by far the most demanding position on the football pitch. It requires immense mental strength and a unique mindset that the vast majority of other footballers don’t …
What Equipment Do Goalkeepers Need? What Should Keepers Buy?
Wondering what goalkeeper equipment you really need to buy? Some goalkeeping equipment is essential — but there’s also a whole range of extras you may also be interested in. So I’ve …
How Can Goalkeepers Improve Their Reactions & Reflexes?
The ability to frequently pull off an unbelievable, seemingly impossible, reaction save is what separates a good goalkeeper from a great goalkeeper. It’s those sharp reflex saves that enable keepers …
Goalkeeper Communication Guide — Clear, Loud, Direct Shouts
Goalkeeper communication requires assertiveness and leadership. Keepers need to be clear, loud and direct at all times in order to organise their team to defend against attacks from the opposition. …
Goalkeeper High Ball Decision — Stick, Catch, Deflect, Or Punch?
The high ball causes goalkeepers more grief than any other aspect of the game. Whether it’s a cross, corner, free kick, or shot — attacking players know that putting the …
Goalkeeper Handling Techniques — Scoop, Cup, W’s, Diving
Goalkeeper coaches teach four main handling techniques or “hand shapes”: Scoop (or “Ramp”) Cup (or “Basket”), W’s (or “V’s”) Diving (or “Hands Leading”). Keepers should regularly practice these go-to handling …
Recommended Warmup Routines For Goalkeepers (Match Preparation)
Before a match it’s vital to have touches of the ball, to assess the weather conditions and raise your heart rate so that you’re pumped and ready. But instead many …
How To Save More Penalties (Goalkeeper Penalty Guide)
Penalties are a goalkeeper’s rare chance to shine. Making a penalty save that turns the game, or wins the penalty shootout is a keeper’s ultimate moment of glory. But the …