Goalkeepers

Fantastic Alex Popp Brace Sets Up Dream Final Of England vs. Germany At Wembley Stadium

Only three things are guaranteed in this life: death, taxes and Alexandra Popp scoring for Germany in the 2022 Euros.

Popp broke French hearts on Wednesday as she booked Germany’s spot in the 2022 UEFA Women’s Euro final with a brace to defeat France 2-1. Popp has scored in all five of Germany’s games this tournament with her goal tally at six.

6 Precise Things That Only Goalkeepers Will Understand

I don't have TikTok. I don't particularly like TikTok. But every now and then, a TikTok pops up on my Instagram or Facebook feed that piques my interest. Usually, it's something along the lines of "Three things that only (blank) will understand."

The blank could range from anything from JV soccer players to baseball outfielders. They frequently draw me in only to be completely devoid of any substance, and I am always left disappointed. 

‘Worst Mistake of My Life:’ Hope Solo Pleads Guilty To DWI Charge

Former United States goalkeeper Hope Solo pleaded guilty to driving while impaired on Monday and said that she is "slowly coming back" after receiving care at an in-patient alcohol treatment program following her arrest in late March.

Solo was found passed out behind the wheel of her car in a parking lot in North Carolina on March 31 and charged with impaired driving, resisting arrest and misdemeanor child abuse. Her two children were in the car at the time of the arrest.

France Survives Dutch Scare After One Of The Greatest Defensive Performances From The Netherlands

France advanced to the semifinals of the UEFA women’s Euro on Saturday after defeating the Netherlands 1-0. It took 102 minutes and the team’s 24th shot of the game before the French could find the back of the Dutch net.

The Netherlands deserves all the recognition in the world for one of the most valiant defensive performances ever seen. France might have been without star striker Marie-Antoinette Katoto, but the team still had an onslaught of an attack.

An NFL Career Ahead? Memo Ochoa Is Really Good At Kicking Field Goals

Mexican goalkeeper Memo Ochoa could have a successful NFL career ahead if one day he decides to quit soccer. Or at least that's the conclusion after seeing a clip where Ochoa shows off his impressive skills kicking field goals. 

Memo Ochoa kicking field goals

Currently training alongside Club América in Houston for a friendly game versus Manchester City (Wednesday 8:30 p.m. ET), Ochoa set aside time to practice field goals with former Texans punter Shane Lechler. And the result was astonishing.

Spain Scores Dramatic 90th Minute Winner To Book Euro Quarterfinal Meeting With England

Spain secured its spot in the Women's Euro quarterfinals and has a date with England after defeating Denmark 1-0 on Saturday. 

The final group stage game of Group B saw Spain and Denmark enter the match level on three points. Spain had the goal difference advantage therefore only needing a draw to advance. The stats might show that Spain dominated in possession with 75%, but the victory was anything but straight-forward.

Denmark had its chances tallying 10 shots and had the Spaniards on the ropes at several points throughout the game.

Grosero Error De Alfredo Talavera Le Regala Su Primer Punto A Querétaro

Querétaro consiguió su primer punto del Apertura 2022 luego de igualar 1-1 en su visita al FC Juárez y mucho de ese punto se lo deben al gigantesco error del portero de los Bravos, Alfredo Talavera. 

Los goles del cotejo llegaron temprano. Al minuto seis, Gabriel Fernández convirtió su tercera anotación del torneo y adelantó a los Bravos. La ventaja, sin embargo, no duraría mucho debido al colosal error de Talavera, candidato a la gran pifiia de la semana. 

Goalkeeper David Ochoa Claims He Is Not Allowed To Play Or Train For RSL — What's Going On?

David Ochoa — shenanigans included — was one of Real Salt Lake's best players in 2021. The goalkeeper played 25 MLS games, delivering five clean sheets, and earned a call to represent the Mexican national team after ditching his past with the USMNT. 

In 2022, however, Ochoa is a ghost. He hasn't played a single match in the current MLS campaign, and several fans have wondered if he is still part of the squad. 

#NoMemoNoParty: Los Récords Que Guillermo Ochoa Quiere Lograr A Sus 37 Años

Guillermo Ochoa celebra este miércoles 37 años de vida y entre saludos de seres queridos y equipos que ha defendido, una serie de desafíos aparecen en su horizonte. Desafíos que podrían llevarlo a conseguir un par de récords tanto a nivel de club como en la selección mexicana. 

Barcelona's First Goal Of Preseason Is A Beauty From Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang

The big news out of Barcelona on Wednesday was confirmation of Raphinha's $58.5 million transfer from Leeds United, but the team also opened its preseason campaign 60 miles north of home against fourth-tier side UE Olot at the club's modest Estadi Municipal in Catalonia. 

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