FIFA has released its latest goalkeeper power rankings for the ongoing 2026 World Cup, spotlighting outstanding performances from shot-stoppers across the globe.
Among the standout names are Cape Verde’s captain Vozinha and South Africa’s Ronwen Williams, who have both delivered exceptional displays during the group stage.
The rankings, powered by Aramco, evaluate goalkeepers using two core performance metrics: In Possession and Defending the Goal.
The In Possession category measures a goalkeeper’s contribution to build-up play, including passing accuracy and distribution, while Defending the Goal focuses on shot-stopping ability, goal prevention, and overall defensive impact.
Vozinha emerged as the top performer in the In Possession category, earning a rating of 8.03. The Cape Verdean captain completed 91 out of 130 passes and recorded 34 successful line-breaking passes, demonstrating his composure and influence in initiating attacking plays from the back.
Defensively, he also impressed, ranking eighth with a score of 7.33 after making nine saves from 11 shots on target and conceding just two goals during the group stage.
South Africa’s Ronwen Williams followed closely behind in the possession rankings with a score of 7.64. He completed 102 of 151 passes, registered 24 line breaks, and delivered 16 forward passes beyond opposition lines.
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Williams further underlined his quality in the Round of 32 clash against Canada, where he recorded 92 touches and completed 85 passes — the highest ever by a goalkeeper in a World Cup match since 1966.
In the Defending the Goal category, Paraguay’s Orlando Gill leads the rankings with an impressive 8.26 rating. His performances have been pivotal, including a decisive penalty shootout display against Germany.
Switzerland’s Gregor Kobel ranks second after making 11 saves from 13 shots and helping his team top Group B, while Iran’s Alireza Beiranvand completes the top three.
Other notable mentions include Norway’s Orjan Nyland, who secured third place in the possession rankings, and Senegal’s Edouard Mendy, who continues to maintain a strong presence among the tournament’s elite goalkeepers.
Top Goalkeepers – FIFA Power Rankings
In Possession:
Vozinha (Cape Verde) – 8.03
Ronwen Williams (South Africa) – 7.64
Orjan Nyland (Norway) – 6.99
Matej Kovar (Czechia) – 6.97
Edouard Mendy (Senegal) – 6.79
Defending the Goal:
Orlando Gill (Paraguay) – 8.26
Gregor Kobel (Switzerland) – 7.88
Alireza Beiranvand (Iran) – 7.68
Diogo Costa (Portugal) – 7.59
Benjamin Asare (Ghana) – 7.50
As the tournament progresses, these rankings highlight the growing importance of modern goalkeepers, not just as shot-stoppers but as key contributors to team tactics and build-up play.
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