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, …
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 …
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 …
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, 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 …