BY CHRISTOS LAMPROU*
They say you have to be crazy to be a goalkeeper. They believe that only one such person can dive daily for 2 hours in the mud, rain and snow. At the same time, he falls at the feet of his opponents, with the risk of serious injury. There are so many examples…
Indeed, for a goalkeeper, mentality is more important than technique. This, of course, does not mean that game preparation is not important. It actually plays a decisive role. However, it is often taken for granted.
A good goalkeeper stands out from the others by being strong and confident, both mentally and spiritually. So that even if a mistake comes – it will come for sure – he can overcome it the very next moment and move forward stronger.
If they call it madness, then yes, goalkeepers are proudly crazy.
*Christos Lamprou is the Head Coach of Athens Goalkeepers Academy.
