Despite the serious lack of recognition for defensive players and especially goalkeepers in the Balon D’or awards there are actually times in a game where we depend on a goalkeeper to create an exciting, jump out of your seat moment or produce a save
5 goalkeepers that actually played outfield
It’s not uncommon for young footballers to start their careers outfield, on the wing or up front and eventually fall back down the pitch based on their ability – eventually moving into goal. This is why you’ll find a select few goalkeepers who
Can Thibaut Courtois Save Chelsea?
Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has been out of action since he suffered a knee injury in training just before his club's September 12 Premier League tilt with Everton. An unquestioned starter for the Blues, Courtois is many people's pick as the
Three Champions League keepers to watch
The four Premier League clubs in this season’s UEFA Champions League will all be confident, and expecting, to progress past the group phase. Chelsea are the leading English contenders in Uefa competitions betting to be successful at the end of the
Arsenal vs Chelsea preview
If there’s one thing to say about the Premier League season just five games in, it’s that it’s been simply unpredictable. Arsenal started the season off with a shocking 2-0 loss at home to West Ham while Chelsea drew 2-2 to Swansea at home.
Are goalkeepers underrated?
One position that is extremely underrated in the sport of football is that of the goalkeeper. Think about it - the only time a goalkeeper has won the Ballon d’Or was in 1963 by Lev Yashin and none have done it since. Manuel Neuer had a great