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Goalkeeper clothing: jerseys, shorts and pants

The keeper dives, slides and takes impacts outfield players don't. So their clothing builds in protection where it counts: elbows, hips and thighs. Here you'll find goalkeeper jerseys, shorts and pants from Storelli, Reusch, Uhlsport, Joma, Macron, Puma and Umbro.

The goalkeeper jersey

A true goalkeeper jersey adds padding at the elbows to cushion dives. Available in short or long sleeves, it's worn close-fitting so it doesn't get in the way. Advanced-protection models, like Storelli BodyShield, add padded zones on the forearms and ribs.

Padded shorts and pants

Goalkeeper shorts and pants add foam at the hips and thighs — the contact points of lateral dives. Long pants also protect the knees, which changes everything on synthetic turf or hard ground.

Short or long sleeves? Shorts or pants?

The rule is simple: the harder and colder the surface, the more you cover. On natural grass in summer, a short-sleeve jersey and padded shorts are enough. On turf, in a gym or in winter, long sleeves and long pants prevent scrapes and bruises.

Getting the size right

Goalkeeper clothing is worn close to the body so the padding stays in place through the dive. Too big, and the padding slides off the zone it's meant to protect.

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What sets a goalkeeper jersey apart from a regular shirt?

A goalkeeper jersey adds padding at the elbows to cushion dives, and is worn close-fitting so it doesn't get in the way. Advanced-protection models, like Storelli BodyShield, add padded zones on the forearms and ribs.

Short or long sleeves?

The harder and colder the surface, the more you cover. On natural grass in summer, a short-sleeve jersey is enough. On turf, in a gym or in winter, long sleeves prevent scrapes to the elbows and forearms.

Do you need goalkeeper shorts or long pants?

Padded shorts protect the hips and thighs, which is enough on natural grass. Long pants add knee protection, which matters on synthetic turf, hard surfaces and in cold weather.

Where is the padding on goalkeeper pants?

At the hips and thighs, the contact points of lateral dives. Some long models add knee protection. The foam has to stay well positioned, which is why a close fit matters.

What size should I choose for goalkeeper clothing?

Close to the body. A jersey or pants that are too big let the padding slide off the zones it's meant to protect during a dive. Aim for a snug fit that still allows full range of motion.

Does goalkeeper clothing come in kids' sizes?

Yes, most brands offer goalkeeper jerseys and pants in junior and adult sizes. For a young keeper playing on turf, padded long pants are a good investment against scrapes.

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