BETA Goalkeeper Roles

Goalkeeper roles that focus on shot-stopping, distribution, and commanding the defensive area to prevent goals.

Goalkeeper

Sweeper Keeper

Comfortable with the ball at their feet, they push high up the pitch to participate in build-up play and sweep up long balls played behind the defensive line.

Passing
First Touch
Rushing Out
Anticipation
Reflexes
One on Ones

Manuel Neuer (FC Bayern Munich, 2013/14) - Managed by Pep Guardiola

Traditional Goalkeeper

A specialist in shot-stopping and commanding the box. They stay on their line or within the penalty area and take few risks with distribution.

Reflexes
Handling
Positioning
Aerial Reach
Command of Area
Concentration

Oliver Kahn (FC Bayern Munich, 2000/01) - Managed by Ottmar Hitzfeld