How important is a goalkeeper’s ability to use their feet and why has the modern game developed to make this a necessity?

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Football and its tactics are under constant evolution, with managers desperate to do everything to gain the slightest edge on their opposition – the goalkeeper position is not exempt from this. There is a reason why almost every current keeper widely considered to be world-class has impressive ability on the ball.

A goalkeeper’s ability on the ball is of huge importance and holds consequences for the tactics utilised by their teams. Their qualities with the ball at their feet has the potential to affect a team both positively and negatively, and the importance of this will only grow.

The Making of a Legend: Ronaldo Nazário at PSV Eindhoven

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Ronaldo cemented himself as one of the all-time greats after his move from PSV, however it was on this stage, playing in the Eredivisie that R9 announced himself to the world, and showcased the unbelievable talent he possessed. In his two seasons at the club, he displayed his world-class abilities and earnt himself a world record transfer fee – a sign of the legendary player he would become.

Unsung Heroes: Andreas Möller

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An ‘Unsung Hero’ is a player that was integral to their team(s), be that through playing a role that doesn’t traditionally receive a lot of plaudits, turning up for their team in big moments or going unnoticed due to the other stars they played with.

Andreas Möller is one of those players.

Internationally, Möller is a World Cup and a Euros winner, as well winning the Bundesliga twice. In European football, he has a UEFA Cup and a Champions League to his name.

Möller was capped 85 times for Germany, scoring 29 international goals, and he was named in the Bundesliga team of the season on six separate occasions.

One player each Premier League club needs to sign in the January transfer window.

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As the World Cup has drawn to a close, we look to the restart of the Premier League to provide our footballing entertainment. At this point in the season, we can see the league table truly beginning to take place and realise which outcomes seem realistic for each respective club come the end of the season. Below, I delve into a player each team should attempt to sign which, in my opinion will give them the best chance of achieving these goals – whether that be winning the league, securing European qualification, or avoiding the drop.