Goalkeeper Accessories

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A good glove that's poorly maintained dies fast, and a well-prepared keeper carries more than gloves in the bag. Here you'll find everything for glove care, grip socks, bags and training accessories from GloveGlu, Reusch, Uhlsport, SKLZ and Kwik Goal.

Glove care

Grip comes from the palm latex, and it clogs up over matches. A glove wash like GloveGlu Glove Wash deep-cleans the pores to restore the original grip, a grip spray improves touch on a wet ball, and a deodorizer keeps gloves fresh. A few dollars in care noticeably extends the life of a pair.

Grip socks

Grip socks have rubber dots on the sole that keep the foot from sliding inside the boot during explosive push-offs and lateral dives. Wear them under your official soccer socks for an immediate gain in stability.

Bags and storage

A dedicated bag keeps gloves away from cleats and lets the latex air-dry. Avoid leaving a damp pair compressed at the bottom of a closed bag — it's the fastest way to kill the grip and make gloves smell.

Training accessories

Reaction balls, agility ladders and targets help the keeper work on reflexes and footwork in training.

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How do I revive the grip on my goalkeeper gloves?

Use a glove wash like GloveGlu Glove Wash to deep-clean the latex pores, then a grip spray before play. Latex clogged with dirt and sweat loses its grip; regular cleaning restores much of it.

What are grip socks for?

Their rubber dots on the sole keep the foot from sliding inside the boot during explosive push-offs and lateral dives. Wear them under your official soccer socks for an immediate gain in stability.

How should I store my gloves between matches?

In a bag that keeps them away from cleats and lets the latex air-dry. Avoid leaving a damp pair compressed at the bottom of a closed bag: it's the fastest way to kill the grip and make gloves smell.

Is grip spray really useful?

On a wet ball, or in dry, dusty conditions, yes. It temporarily revives the latex grip. It's not a substitute for regular care, but a supplement before a match in tough conditions.

Should you dampen your gloves before playing?

Most latex gives its best grip slightly damp. A light spray of water on the palm before kickoff is enough. Avoid playing with soaked gloves, though, which become heavy and slippery.

What training accessories for a goalkeeper?

Reaction balls, agility ladders and targets help work on reflexes and footwork. Combined with a good pair of gloves and body protection, they round out the serious keeper's kit.