It is important for goalkeepers to wear goalkeeper gloves. Goalkeeper gloves not only give you a better grip on the ball, but they offer protection and cushioning. All goalies need a good pair of goalkeeper gloves.

When you choose a more expensive product, you hope that you are buying a product that will last longer, but that isn’t necessarily the case with goalkeeper gloves. The most expensive goalie gloves are engineered for feel not durability. The most expensive goalkeeper gloves won’t last as long because the best material for goalkeeper purposes is not as durable as the cheaper materials. Each manufacturer uses various formulas of latex and each apply their own patented technology to their goalkeeper gloves. Core GK, Adidas, Nike, Reusch, Uhlsport, Sells and Puma are our recommendations for Goalkeeper Gloves.

There are different goalie gloves for all weather conditions, levels of skill, and pockets. Most goalkeepers will have two pairs of goalkeeper gloves, one for practice and one for games. The best soccer goalkeepers have an inexpensive durable pair of gloves that they use during practice and one pair of the most expensive goalkeeper’s gloves that are ONLY used for games. It is obvious that you want to be playing with your best goalkeeper gloves during the match.

Most goalkeeper gloves are comprised of a smooth latex, which provides the best grip.

Dimpled and textured latex gloves are also available. They offer more durability but their grip is not as great as pure latex gloves. Some manufacturers also utilize different treatments to increase the tackiness of the glove. Typically the better the latex, the better the gloves will perform.  The fingers and wrist bands have also been significantly improved to give better protection for the fingers and wrists.

Soccer goalkeeper gloves should fit snugly, but not too tight. Your hand should not slide around inside the glove.  It is important that the glove is slightly over-sized so that the keeper’s hands have extra surface area.

They should be designed with sufficient padding and the flexibility to manipulate the ball. Make sure you buy the goalkeeper gloves that are right for you.

We highly recommend purchasing Core GK gloves due to their durability and comfort. These gloves can be used in grassroots level soccer, right through to the most elite levels.