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Goalkeeper Bravery - Do You Have the Courage To Be One?
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Goalkeeper Bravery – Do You Have the Courage To Be One?

Very few footballers have the inclination to become a goalkeeper in the first place, let alone master the role. That’s partly because goalkeeping, among many other things, requires an immense …

Decision Making - Tough Choices Goalkeepers Must Make
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The Toughest Decisions Goalkeepers Must Make

As a Goalkeeper you’re frequently called upon to make difficult game-changing decisions. The ultimate aim is to “get it right” in as many scenarios as possible. Therefore it’s highly important …

What Do Scouts Look For In A Goalkeeper? - How To Get Spotted
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What Do Scouts Look For In Goalkeepers? – How To Get Spotted

There’s a huge list of attributes every top Goalkeeper needs to have. But what is it that Goalkeeper Scouts specifically look for? How does one Keeper stand out from the …

What Makes A Good Goalkeeper? – Skills & Traits Keepers Need
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What Makes A Good Goalkeeper? — Skills, Traits & Attributes

Goalkeeping is a complex position that requires physicality, a strong mentality, and a highly unique set of skills. While every good Goalkeeper must be able to produce a range of …

The Best Things About Being A Goalkeeper - Why Be A GK?
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Best Things About Being A Goalkeeper — Why Be A GK?

Being a goalkeeper is physically and mentally tough. You need be agile, strong, fit, focused, brave, decisive. You must be fully prepared to carry the weight of the team on …

Are Goalkeepers A Different Breed? Are Keepers Unique?
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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
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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 …

The 10 Worst Things About Being A Goalkeeper (Keeper Worst Toughest Parts)
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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
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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 To Save More Penalties (Goalkeeper Penalty Guide)
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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 …

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topgoalkeepingTop Goalkeeping@topgoalkeeping·
25 Feb 2022

Goalkeepers of any age or level have to be brave enough to take on huge responsibilities as well as tackle the mental and physical challenges that come with the role.

The question is, are you brave enough?

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https://topgoalkeeping.com/goalkeeper-bravery-have-what-it-takes/

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topgoalkeepingTop Goalkeeping@topgoalkeeping·
1 Feb 2022

As a Goalkeeper you’re frequently called upon to make difficult game-changing decisions.

So what are the toughest decisions Goalkeepers must make in games?

https://topgoalkeeping.com/toughest-decisions-goalkeepers-make/

#GK #GKunion #Goalie

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topgoalkeepingTop Goalkeeping@topgoalkeeping·
21 Jan 2022

Here’s the top 10 goalkeeper gloves I can recommend right now. The following list is by no means extensive — but it’s sure to give every goalkeeper an option within their price range.

https://topgoalkeeping.com/best-goalkeeper-gloves-buying-guide/

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topgoalkeepingTop Goalkeeping@topgoalkeeping·
20 Jan 2022

There’s an increasing expectation for Goalkeepers to have “outfield” attributes in their repertoire.

In some cases Keepers are encouraged to push higher up the pitch to take on the role of another defender, and to assist the outfield build-up play.

https://topgoalkeeping.com/sweeper-keeper-defensive-goalkeeper-explained/

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topgoalkeepingTop Goalkeeping@topgoalkeeping·
19 Jan 2022

There’s a huge list of attributes every top Goalkeeper needs to have.

But what is it that Goalkeeper Scouts specifically look for? How does one Keeper stand out from the rest?

#GKunion #Keepers #GK #Goalie #Goalies

https://topgoalkeeping.com/scouts-look-for-goalkeeper-get-spotted/

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