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Paraguay goalkeeper Orlando Gill says he offered a handshake to Kylian Mbappé after the World Cup match, Mbappé ignored him, and Gill reacted in the moment by throwing the ball at Mbappé; he later calmed down and defended Paraguay’s hard-hitting style while praising France’s campaign.
Beiranvand grew up in a Kurdish nomad family, ran away at 12 after his father dismissed football as a job, slept rough and did odd jobs before breaking through at Naft Tehran. Now in his third World Cup for Iran, the 1.95m ‘Wall of Persia’ earned Man of the Match against Belgium, produced a crucial save, and holds Guinness records for a 61m throw and a 78m drop kick, having also saved Ronaldo in 2018 and helped Tractor clinch a league title after leaving Persepolis.
Curacao goalkeeper Eloy Room, who spent the year training without a club, delivered a record 15-save performance to deny Ecuador and earn a 0-0 World Cup draw, turning a personal setback into a national triumph and boosting Curacao’s hopes of a knockout run while royal celebrations highlighted the moment.
Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha has surged to 10 million Instagram followers after his World Cup saves were amplified by a streamer’s promotion, following Cape Verde’s 0-0 draw with Spain in Group H.
Cape Verde’s 40-year-old goalkeeper Vozinha delivered a heroic World Cup debut against Spain, pulling off crucial saves and earning man of the match as Cape Verde held the European champions to a 0-0 draw. The veteran plays for Chaves in Portugal’s second tier and has hopped across clubs in Africa and Europe; his nickname comes from his grandparents, and his post-match rise to global fame — including a surge in social media attention — has made him a viral sensation.
Vozinha, Cape Verde’s 40-year-old goalkeeper, starred with seven saves to earn a 0-0 World Cup draw with Spain, becoming one of the oldest players to debut at the tournament and the heart of a historic upset that boosted Cape Verde’s dream, after he had briefly contemplated quitting before the tournament.
Cape Verde’s 40-year-old keeper Vozinha delivered a heroic performance, making seven saves to deny Spain and earn a dramatic 0-0 World Cup draw for one of football’s smallest nations, as Spain dominated possession and chances but were unable to break through his resolute defense.
Cape Verde’s 40-year-old goalkeeper Vozinha starred in a historic debut, making seven saves to deny Spain in a 0-0 World Cup draw and becoming the oldest player to appear for a country in its first World Cup match, a moment of national unity and pride.
Germany recalled 40-year-old Manuel Neuer from international retirement to be their first-choice goalkeeper for the 2026 World Cup in Canada, Mexico and the United States, with Julian Nagelsmann confirming him as the number one. Neuer, a 124-cap veteran who helped Germany win the 2014 World Cup, leads a squad that includes several Premier League players as Germany aim to advance beyond recent group-stage exits and open their campaign vs Curacao in Group E.
David Raya produced a dramatic late save against Chelsea to preserve Arsenal’s lead in a tense finish, with two earlier set-piece goals giving them a cushion; Arteta praised Raya as a leader who can deliver under pressure.
Senegal's unused substitute Yehvann Diouf became the towel guardian in a rain-soaked Afcon final, repeatedly shielding goalkeeper Edouard Mendy's towel from Morocco's attempts; he even clashed with ball boys, and later joked on Instagram about the medal and the towel after Senegal's victory.
Inter Miami CF has signed Canadian goalkeeper Dayne St. Clair, the 2025 MLS Goalkeeper of the Year, through 2026 with an option for 2027, to strengthen their goalkeeping squad and bring top-level experience.
Gianluigi Donnarumma was named The Best FIFA Men's Goalkeeper for 2025, recognizing his outstanding performances with Paris Saint-Germain and Manchester City, including winning the UEFA Champions League and domestic titles, and earning multiple individual awards.
Roman Celentano of FC Cincinnati won the 2025 MLS Save of the Year for his remarkable multi-save sequence against Nashville SC, marking his second time receiving this honor and making him one of the few goalkeepers to win it multiple times in MLS history.
Barcelona's goalkeeper Joan Garcia has undergone successful knee surgery for a torn medial meniscus and is expected to be out for 4-6 weeks, with Wojciech Szczęsny stepping in as the interim No.1.