Best Protein Supplements For Goalkeepers (Building Strength)
Goalkeepers need strength to deal with the hustle & bustle of the congested penalty box, to overpower the force of tough shots, to win as many 1v1 situations as possible, …
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World’s Best Goalkeepers Right Now — Top Keepers 2018/19
The 2019/20 football season is in full flow and there’s already a few Keepers who look in excellent form. But it’s far too early to judge players. I’ve taken a look …
Shot Stopping Tips — Catch, Parry, Or Use Your Feet?
Shot stopping ability is one of many vital attributes required for goalkeeping — along with distribution, communication, fitness & athleticism, bravery, concentration, mental strength. Plus many more that I’ve covered …
Do Goalkeepers Need To Be Fit? How Important Is Fitness?
Goalkeepers do much less running around than outfield players. So it’s easy to think “goalkeepers don’t have to be fit”. It’s fair to say that at lower levels of football …
What Equipment Do Goalkeepers Need To Buy? — Full List
What goalkeeper equipment do you really need to buy? What equipment is optional? Some goalkeeping equipment is essential — but there’s also a whole range of extras you may also …
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 …
Best Goalkeeper Gloves 2020 (GK Glove Buying Guide)
Looking for a new pair of goalkeeper gloves? Unsure what to buy, or how much to spend? You’ve come to the right place. In this goalkeeper glove guide I explain …
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 …
Goalkeeper Glove Latex Types Compared (Grip Guide)
The palms of your goalkeeping gloves are equipped with a layer of latex — often referred to as “German Latex”. This influences how much grip and control you have of …
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, Kicking
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
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 …
Goalkeeper Glove Cuts Explained — What’s The Best Type?
While you’re shopping around for the best pair of goalkeeper gloves there’s no doubt you’ll hear a lot about “glove cuts”. So what are goalkeeper glove cuts? And what type …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 — What Do Keepers Shout?
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. …