The 2020 ranking of the best goalkeepers in the world has been revealed, according to ... well, Themoney. It is common knowledge that the goalkeeper position is one that firmly remains the backbone of any successful football / soccer team. If a team can afford to play without an outfield, the goalkeeper position should be filled, regardless of the number of players sent off.
This is evidenced by what happened in an October 14, 2006 EPL match between Chelsea and Reading, where first-team goalkeeper Petr Cech was replaced by Carlo Cudicini, after this last suffered a life-threatening head injury. Cudicini, who passed out during this match, had to be replaced by defender and captain John Terry. It says a lot about the importance of a goalkeeper in football.
In recent years, young and agile goalkeepers have emerged, which has added a dramatic turning point to the reign of some of the veteran goaltending who have established themselves as the best goalkeepers in all football games.
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We have reviewed and ranked the ten best goalkeepers in the world in 2020, based on their recent performance, before the suspension of football matches around the world. The names on the list will shock you. Find out for yourself.
Here is the 2020 ranking of the best goalkeepers in the world
10. Manuel Neuer
Manuel Neuer
Club: Bayern Munich, Country: Germany
At some point in his career, Manuel Neuer will have topped this list, but with age pressure and disappointing performances, Neuer ranks 10th on our list of the best goalkeepers in the world. Neuer, who remains the first-choice goalkeeper for the Bundesliga club, Bayern Munich and the German national team, has won several awards and trophies during his career, including the FIFA World Cup, the League UEFA Champions, as well as UEFA's Best Goalkeeper of the Year and IFFHS World's Best Goalkeeper, each four times.
The only FIFA Ballon d'Or finalist put in a dismal performance at the 2018 World Cup, which saw then defending champions Germany withdraw in the first round. In Euro 2021 and the resumption of the Bundesliga, one can only hope that Neuer returns to his brilliant state of mind.
9. Thibaut Courtois
Club: Real Madrid, Country: Belgium
The Belgian national team goalkeeper, who is part of the La Liga club, Real Madrid goalkeeper, is one of the best young goalkeepers in the world. For a while, the star's creative prowess lurked in the shadow of Petr Cech, when he was the club's second goalkeeper at Chelsea. His loan transfer to Atlético de Madrid put out the fire in him. During the 2018 World Cup, Thibaut Courtois' performance was incredible, and he was named the best goalkeeper of the tournament, which earned him the Golden Glove award, adding to the collections that 'he accumulated at EPL.
Thibaut Courtois' departure for La Laliga, where he struggled in his debut season but managed to stabilize, later catapulted him among the best goalkeepers in the world in 2020.
8. Samir Handanovic
Samir Handanovic
Club: InterMilan, Country: Slovenia
An important factor that determines the success of a goalie is the height of the player, but Samir Handanović is 6 feet 4 inches tall, taller than most goalies. Despite this, Samir Handanović has mastered the intricacies of his height and has thus become the best goalkeeper in Serie A. Until recently he has been in the shadow of the goalkeeper and Italian legend, Gianluigi Buffon, but with age wreaking havoc on Buffon who is now 42, Handanović's prowess must have surpassed those of the star.
The Slovenian goalkeeper hasn't had much action in his international career, but in Serie A no one is competing against him, at least not at the moment. Handanović occupies 8th place in our ranking of the best goalkeepers in the world.
7. Wojciech Szczęsny
Club: Juventus, Country: Poland
Most football fans know him from his time at Arsenal, but since then the Polish goalkeeper has developed his abilities to become one of the best goalkeepers in the world. Today at Juventus, where he remains the first-choice goalkeeper, even though Gianluigi Buffon still plays for the national team, Wojciech Szczęsny's know-how is surprisingly impressive. The 2019/20 season will see the star clash with Samir Handanović for the Golden Glove of the series award.
6. Hugo Lloris
Club: TottenhamHotspur, Country: France
The French national team and Tottenham Hotspur captain Hugo Lloris occupy 6th place as the best goalkeeper in our ranking. The star, often praised for his remarkable lightning reflexes, as well as his confidence and success in face-to-face encounters, led France to victory in the FIFA World Cup in 2018. He was also in charge of Tottenham's goal in the 2018/19 UEFA Champions League final, where they suffered a loss to Liverpool.
In the tournament, Lloris helped his side advance to the final, keeping leaves clean in important fixtures like Spurs' home quarter-final against Manchester City. But a goalie error on his part saw his team suffer a loss in the final.
5. David de Gea
Club: Manchester United, Country: Spain
He probably doesn't need to be introduced, as he is one of the most recognized faces in the world of football. The Spanish national team and Manchester United goalkeeper, who is currently the fourth goalkeeper in club history with the cleanest leaves, is one of the best in the world. During his time at Atlético de Madrid, David de Gea, who developed his profession well, caused a sensation and was adored by many. In recent times, with Manchester United's dismal performance, De Gea's goal concession has increased, which ultimately puts his position as the EPL's top goalkeeper on the line.
4. Ederson Moraes
Club: Manchester City, Country: Brazil
Young, talented and active, the Brazilian star quickly established himself as one of the greatest in the world. Manchester City's premier goalkeeper has strengthened the City squad since his arrival. Although he still has a long way to go in terms of performance, at this point in his career Ederson ranks among the best goalies in the world, thanks to the rapid amount of clean sheets he accumulates. In addition to his impressive goalkeeper, Ederson is a lively player who enjoys the fun of the game alongside the goalkeeper. In August 2018, he became the first EPL goalkeeper to record an assist. He also holds the record for the longest drop kick ever. All this he accumulated at the age of 25.
3. Marc-André ter Stegen
Club: Barcelona, Country: Germany
The man who remains in La Liga squad, Barcelona's premier goalkeeper, is an impressive prison keeper whose skills have kept Barcelona one of the most important and successful clubs in the world. 'Europe. Since his arrival in La Liga, Ter Stegen's performance has largely contributed to FC Barcelona's victories in several Clasico matches. In 2019/20, he became the first goalkeeper to assist La Liga in the 2019st century. Ter Stegen was the first finalist for the FIFA Best Men's Goalkeeper Award in XNUMX.
2. Jan Oblak
Club: Atlético Madrid, Country: Slovenia
Since arriving at Atlético de Madrid in 2014, Jan Oblak has established himself as the best goalkeeper in La Liga, edging out big names such as Thibaut Courtois, Ter Stegen and others to claim the title. While at Atlético de Madrid, he won the UEFA Europa League, the UEFA Super Cup and finished in second place in the Champions League. Since the 2015/16 season, Oblak has the lowest goals-to-game ratio, which has earned him the La Liga Zamora award since then. His form in the league drew so much praise for the star. With Atlético de Madrid, the Oblak has accomplished so much and if in the future he chooses to join other top clubs, his form will most likely improve and establish him as the best. of the world.
1. Alison Becker
Club: Liverpool, Country: Brazil
The second most expensive goalkeeper in football history Alisson Becker who remains in Brazil national team and EPL club Liverpool first goalkeeper is the best goalkeeper in the world at the moment. Since arriving at Liverpool in 2018, the club's fortunes have improved so much, thanks to the star's impressive guarding achievements. The keeper who played an important role in Liverpool's victory in the 2018/19 Champions League, has also shown his wonderful form in the league once again this season. His impressive saves have helped propel Liverpool so high in the league that the league title is assured for the club if / when the league resumes.
Alisson Becker's goalie skills earned him the 2019 FIFA Best Men's Goalkeeper Award as well as the inaugural Yashin Trophy, known as the Goalkeeper Ballon d'Or.
Conclusion
And there you have it, our ranking of the ten best goalkeepers in the world in 2020. What do you think? Which fan favorite goalie did you hope to see on this list? Please let us know in the "Comments" section below.
- Ref 1 Popularask.net
- Ref 2 Wikipedia
