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How to Choose the Right Goalkeeper Gloves for Your Game
Importance of choosing the right goalkeeper glovesChoosing the right goalkeeper gloves is of utmost importance for any goalkeeper looking to perform at their best. The gloves are not just a fashion statement; they play a crucial role in a goalkeeper's ability to make saves and control the ball. The right gloves provide the necessary grip and protection, allowing the goalkeeper to confidently catch and hold onto the ball, even in wet or slippery conditions. Additionally, different gloves offer varying levels of flexibility, padding, and wrist support, catering to the unique needs and preferences of each goalkeeper. By choosing the right...
The Anatomy of a Great Goalkeeping Glove!
Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez is currently football’s number 1 penalty shooter disruptor. How?
Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez is currently football’s number 1 penalty shooter disruptor. How? Here’s a brief historical & scientific analysis of 5 goalkeeper disruption techniques for penalty kicks, ending with Martinez’ “master class” last Saturday. 1) Visual distraction technique. Goalkeepers sometimes engage in erratic movements to disturb the visual field of the shooter, command attention, and create disorder. Study shows players are 10% less likely to score when faced with distraction Historically, visual distraction has been creatively and successfully used on many big occasions: Grobbelar’s wobbly knees (A), Dudek on the line (B), Krul warming up in the...