Top 100 American Goalkeepers (USMNT Depth Chart)

Cover photo Maor Alexelsi.

After over a decade of updates, the top 100 returns once again with this spring’s lineup. Each goalkeeper is slotted by a number of factors: historical individual results, current individual level of play, and projected on-field performance. The top 100 attempts to remove exterior noise and team statistics to isolate the goalkeeper’s current level of play. Each block of ten names features a player to watch, giving a small bio about the goalkeeper and what to look out for in the coming months. To see how the top 100 rankings have evolved since July 2013, click here.

Author’s note: This article was published in early July 2025 and does not reflect any club moves or retirements thereafter. It is currently under construction.

1. Zack Steffen, 30 - Colorado Rapids
2. Matt Turner, 31 - Nottingham Forest (England.1)
3. Ethan Horvath, 30 - Cardiff (England.2)
4. Joe Willis, 36 - Nashville SC
5. Gabriel Slonina, 21 - Chelsea FC (England.2)
6. Matt Freese, 26 - New York City FC
7. Brad Stuver, 34 - Austin FC
8. Chris Brady, 21 - Chicago Fire
9. Roman Celentano, 24 - FC Cincinnati
10. Logan Ketterer, 31 - Lexington SC

One to Watch: USMNT #1, anyone? xG darling Matt Turner has finally lost favor with the USMNT fanbase, as the CONCACAF Nations League performances ultimately led to him losing his starting spot to Matt Freese at the Gold Cup. Freese had costly mistakes in almost every game he played, although his penalty heroics gave him some momentary buzz. Elsewhere, our options have yet to stand out on a consistent level. Steffen has about one month of good form under his belt while MLS as a whole is largely filled with washed-out European goalkeepers, aging yet uncapped American goalkeepers, and a handful of erratic younger goalkeepers that most national team managers will be reluctant to turn to. And now with Donovan’s excitement to become an overnight goalkeeping expert, his frustration with our goalkeeper situation is something most fans share, to one degree or another.

11. Carlos dos Santos, 24 - San Diego FC
12. Bill Hamid, 34 - Miami FC
13. Earl Edwards, 33 - San Jose Earthquakes
14. Jonathan Klinsmann, 28 - Cesena (Italy.2)
15. JT Marcinkowski, 28 - Los Angeles Galaxy
16. Patrick Schulte, 24 - Columbus Crew
17. Stefan Frei, 39 - Seattle Sounders
18. John McCarthy, 33 - Los Angeles Galaxy
19. Antonio Carrera, 21 - FC Dallas
20. Stefan Cleveland, 31 - Austin FC

One to Watch: Carlos dos Santos. West coast, best coast? Dos Santos left Miami on a trade in December, giving the new MLS franchise their starting goalkeeper in exchange for allocated money. Since arriving, dos Santos has been up to the task by helming a defense that’s only conceded four times in five matches. The Benfica alum is playing more fluidly and with a newfound confidence, showcasing a high proficiency of the increasingly popular spread save. Will opposing attackers figure out his brash approach in tight ranges, or will dos Santos be the first MLS goalkeeper to master the new 1v1 trend?

21. Drake Callender, 27 - Inter Miami
22. Andrew Thomas, 26 - Seattle Sounders
23. Luis Barraza, 28 - DC United
24. Brad Guzan, 40 - Atlanta United
25. John Pulskamp, 24 - Sporting Kansas City
26. Brian Schwake, 23 - Nashville SC
27. Tyler Miller, 32 - Free Agent
28. Sean Johnson, 36 - Toronto FC
29. Danny Vitiello, 29 - Sacramento Republic
30. William Yarbrough, 36 - Inter Miami

One to Watch: Danny Vitiello. Despite taking Sacramento to the US Open Cup final in 2022 and winning USL Goalkeeper of the Year in 2023, Vitiello has been perma-stuck in USL, as MLS teams are more willing to bring in floundering foreign talent over promoting a second division goalkeeper. But fortunately for the UAlbany alum, USL was granted a first division league (starting in 2027) so Vitiello’s chance of getting a fair shot at displaying his ceiling may finally come to fruition.

31. Alex Bono, 31 - New England Revolution
32. Mike Lansing, 31 - Kristiansund (Norway.1)
33. Pablo Sisniega, 30 - San Diego FC
34. Evan Louro, 29 - FC Cincinnati
35. Gavin Beavers, 20 - Brondby (Denmark.1)
36. David Bingham, 35 - Charlotte FC
37. Jimmy Maurer, 36 - Houston Dynamo
38. Mason Stajduhar, 27 - Real Salt Lake
39. Sean Lewis, 33 - One Knoxville SC
40. Jeff Gal, 32 - Chicago Fire

One to Watch: Gavin Beavers. Can Beavers finally break the trend of American goalkeepers plateuing overseas? Brondby seems high on the young prospect but a broken thumb kept Beavers out of action for most of the spring, limiting his appearances with his new club. Already featured in some summer friendlies, Beavers has some work ahead of him. Whereas Slonina’s move to Eupen was centered around avoiding relegation, Brondby are eyeing trophies, which makes the challenge to get minutes there all the more difficult. If Beavers can play above his age and get a fair chance in goal, look for him to regain his momentum in 2025.

41. Kendall McIntosh, 31 - Oakland Roots
42. Jesse Gonzalez, 30 - Free Agent
43. George Marks, 25 - Charlotte FC
44. Danny Rogers, 31 - St. Patrick's Athletic (Ireland.1)
45. Rashid Nuhu, 29 - Union Omaha
46. Edward Delgado, 27 - Hailstorm FC
47. Vicente Reyes, 21 - Norwich (England.2)
48. Colin Shutler, 26 - Orange County SC
49. Julian Eyestone, 19 - Brentford B (England.1)
50. Nicolas Hansen, 24 - Colorado 2

One to Watch: Julian Eyestone. Although USYNT twitter accounts are largely focused on Kochen, it’s Eyestone that has been carving a good footing inside England’s unforgiving lower leagues. American goalkeepers used to be littered throughout the Premier League but those days seem like ancient history at this point. Similar to Chris Brady, Eyestone is a little less technical but has the ability for the big time save. Maintaining the balance of efficiency and intuition is a tough task when it comes to goalkeeper development, but if Eyestone can continue to follow in the footsetps of Friedel, Keller, and Howard when it comes to finding success on the field, doors will continue to open. However if the young Texan starts the mistake of padding his resume with more illustrious clubs than Brentford’s B side, then expect his craft to falter as well.

51. Jordan Farr, 30 - DC United
52. Michael Creek, 27 - Tulsa
53. Jake McGuire, 30 - North Carolina FC
54. Eric Dick, 30 - Pittsburgh Riverhounds
55. Hunter Sulte, 23 - Portland Timbers
56. Luis Zamudio, 27 - Charleston Battery
57. AJ Marcucci, 26 - New York Red Bulls
58. Isaac Walker, 26 - Crown Legacy FC
59. Richard Sanchez, 31 - San Antonio FC
60. George Tasouris, 29 - Digenis Morfou (Cyprus.2)

One to Watch: Hunter Sulte. Of all the young goalkeepers, Sulte is certainly one that’s largely off the radar. The Timbers prospect has been throw into the fire at a young age and reviews have admittedly be mostly middling. However, for a position that can brutally punish goalkeepers who aren’t ready for the big time, Sulte is still treading water. Although a loan to the USL isn’t the most prestigious move, Sulte has amassed over 70 professional starts before he’s turned 23. Sulte is a technically sound goalkeeper but his return to MLS will likely be tied to his ability to find success with the scrappier moments that USL is well known for.

61. Carlos Saldaña, 28 - Detroit City
62. Diego Kochen, 19 - Barcelona U19s (Spain.1)
63. Abraham Romero, 27 - Columbus Crew
64. Drew Romig, 27 - Charlotte Independence
65. Benny Diaz, 26 - FC Juarez (Mexico.1)
66. Jared Mazzola, 26 - Sacramento Republic
67. Adrian Zendejas, 29 - Vancouver Whitecaps
68. Elliot Panicco, 28 - MLS Pool
69. Jacob Jackson, 25 - San Diego FC
70. Ethan Bandre, 26 - Tampa Bay Rowdies

One to Watch: Diego Kochen. Not only does the USMNT enter 2025 with a floating question mark at the number one position on every fan-posted formation on Twitter dot com, but BigSoccer is running rampant with posts about dual-citizens who could technically suit up for the senior team. Goalkeepers like Taishi Nozawa and Vincente Reyes are currently leaning towards Japan and Chile, respectively, while the US has managed to bring in the Barca product

71. Jacob Castro, 25 - Seattle Sounders
72. Lars Helleren, 26 - Tacoma Defiance
73. Alexandros Tabakis, 32 - New Mexico United
74. Christian Herrera, 28 - Colorado Springs Switchbacks
75. Wallis Lapsley, 28 - Forward Madison
76. Seth Torman, 26 - Greenville Triumph
77. Carlos Herrera, 27 - Detroit City
78. Carlos Merancio, 26 - Spokane Velocity
79. Andrew Pannenberg, 26 - Carolina Core
80. Brady Scott, 26 - Los Angeles Galaxy

One to Watch: Wallis Lapsley. Since getting drafted by the Red Bulls in early 2020, Lapsley has bounced around with six teams over six years, finally joining Forward Madison in 2025. Lapsley has a similar play style to John McCarthy with a “bet on myself” approach that ranges from aggressively confident to frantic, depending on his run of form. So far Lapsley has looked sharp with Forward Madison, largely playing without any hesitation. If Forward can keep Lapsley settled, look for the UC Davis alum to find success with his unorthodox, aggressive audibles to deny chances on goal. Otherwise, Lapsley might be looking for a seventh team come 2026.

81. Alec Smir, 26 - Minnesota United FC
82. Will Meyer, 27 - Rhode Island FC
83. Trey Muse, 26 - Portland Timbers
84. Carlos Avilez, 26 - AV Alta FC
85. Benjamin Machini, 28 - Hapoel Raanana (Israel.2)
86. Johan Penaranda, 25 - Tulsa
87. Carlos Mercado, 25 - Orlando City
88. Matt Van Oekel, 38 - Birmingham Legion
89. Rocco Rios Novo, 23 - Club Atlético Lanús II
90. Ryan Troutman, 25 - Louisville City FC

One to Watch: Johan Penaranda.

91. Hunter Morse, 26 - Hearts of Pine
92. Evan Bush, 39 - Columbus Crew
93. Paul Walters, 21 - Cincinnati FC
94. Chituru Odunze, 22 - Charlotte FC
95. Alex Sutton, 25 - Carolina Core
96. Gunther Rankenburg, 25 - Greenville Triumph
97. Alex Rando, 24 - New York City
98. Emmanuel Ochoa, 20 - CD Cruz Azul (Mexico.1)
99. Damian Las, 23 - Austin FC
100. Max Weinstein, 21 - New England Revolution

One to Watch: Max Weinstein.

The World's Top 24 Goalkeepers Under 24

In conjunction with the posts for the men’s and women’s best goalkeepers in the world, we’re taking a closer look at the world’s best U24 goalkeepers. Goalkeepers are rated on both current form as well as potential. Considering the demands of the modern game, goalkeepers with confident decision-making abilities, fluidness in the box, and strong athleticism scored high while others fell below or were left off the list entirely. For past lists, click here to see how the top 50 and top U24 rankings have changed over the years or click on the player to see highlights of their game, if available.

Rankings were last updated July 1, 2025.

Women’s Top 24 Under 24 Years Old

rk. name - club, nationality (age)

1. Livia Peng - Werder Bremen, Switzerland (23)
2. Emmie Allen - Bay FC, USA (22)
3. Elene Lete - Real Sociedad, Spain (23)
4. Laura Dick - Hoffenheim, Germany (22)
5. Antonia Canales - Valencia, Chile (22)
6. Ena Mahmutovic - Bayern Munich, Germany (21)

7. Halle Mackiewicz - Chicago Stars, USA (23)
8. Noemi Benz - FC Zurich, Switzerland (21)
9. Lucie Schlime - First Vienna, Luxembourg (21)
10. Selma Panengstuen - SK Brann, Norway (22)
11. Anna Koivunen - Djurgarden, Finland (23)
12. Julia Kassen - Free Agent, Germany (23)

13. Cristina Roque - Utah Royals, USA (23)
14. Enith Salon - Valencia, Spain (23)
15. Megan Plaschko - Athlone Town AFC, USA (23)
16. Elizabeth Beardsley - Houston Dash, USA (22)
17. Sofie Nielsen-Gron - Kolding IF, Denmark (22)
18. Serina Backmark - AIK, Sweden (22)

19. Natalia Radkiewicz - Pogon Szczecin, Poland (21)
20. Maria Valenzuela - Levante, Spain (22)
21. Neeku Purcell - Brooklyn FC, USA (21)
22. Julia Arrula - Real Sociedad, Spain (19)
23. Juliane Schmid - Hoffenheim, Germany (21)
24. Daniëlle de Jong - Twente, Netherlands (22)

Men’s Top 24 Under 24 Years Old

rk. name - club, nationality (age)

1. Guillaume Restes - Toulouse, France (20)
2. Bart Verbruggen - Brighton, Netherlands (22)
3. Jonas Urbig - Bayern Munich, Germany (21)
4. Antonin Kinsky - Tottenham, Czech Republic (22)
5. Karl Hein - Arsenal, Estonia (23)
6. Cezary Miszta - Rio Ave, Poland (23)

7. Rome Jayden Owusu-Oduro - AZ Alkmaar, Netherlands (21)
8. Marvin Keller - BSC Young Boys, Switzerland (23)
9. James Trafford - Burnley, England (22)
10. Georgiy Yermakov - Maccabi Haifa, Ukraine (23)
11. Robin Roefs - NEC Nijmegen, Netherlands (22)
12. Radek Vitek - Manchester United, Czech Republic (21)

13. Nikolas Polster - Wolfsberger AC, Austria (23)
14. Gavin Bazunu - Southampton, Ireland (23)
15. Stefano Turati - Sassuolo, Italy (23)
16. Elis Bishesari - IFK Göteborg, Sweden (20)
17. James Beadle - Brighton, England (21)
18. Tobe Leysen - OH Leuven, Belgium (23)

19. Lukas Hornicek - Braga, Czech Republic (23)
20. Veljko Ilic - FK TSC, Serbia (22)
21. Nikita Kokarev - Free Agent, Russia (22)
22. Maarten Vandevoordt - RB Leipzig, Belgium (23)
23. Viljami Sinisalo - Celtic, Finland (23)
24. Stanislav Agkatsev - Krasnodar, Russia (23)

Top 100 USWNT Goalkeeper Pool

In conjunction with the USMNT depth chart, the we’re now expanding the USWNT Goalkeeper Pool posts to include 100 American goalkeepers! Each goalkeeper is slotted by a number of factors: historical individual results, current individual level of play, and projected on-field performance. The top 100 attempts to remove exterior noise and team statistics to isolate the goalkeeper’s true ability. The blocks of twenty names feature a brief paragraph on players to watch, giving a small bio about certain goalkeepers and what to look out for in the coming months. To see how the top 100 rankings have evolved since March 2015, click here.

Post updated July 1st, 2025.

1. Mandy McGlynn, 26 - Utah Royals
2. Angelina Anderson, 24 - Angel City FC
3. Aubrey Kingsbury, 33 - Washington Spirit
4. Jordan Silkowitz, 25 - Bay FC
5. Claudia Dickey, 25 - Seattle Reign
6. Phallon Tullis-Joyce, 28 - Manchester United (England.1)
7. Jane Campbell, 30 - Houston Dash
8. Bella Bixby, 29 - Portland Thorns FC
9. Alyssa Naeher, 37 - Chicago Stars
10. Casey Murphy, 29 - North Carolina Courage

11. Jordyn Bloomer, 27 - Racing Louisville
12. Hillary Beall, 26 - San Diego Wave
13. Laurel Ivory, 25 - Kansas City Current
14. Adrianna Franch, 34 - Birmingham City (England.2)
15. Cassie Miller, 30 - Seattle Reign
16. Katie Lund, 28 - Racing Louisville
17. Samantha Murphy, 28 - Carolina Ascent (USA.1U)
18. Shelby Hogan, 27 - Gotham FC
19. Jalen Tompkins, 28 - Brondby (Denmark.1)
20. Bridgette Skiba, 25 - Lexington SC (USA.1U)

Ones to watch: The race to replace Naeher is still on. Unfortunately, the USWNT has done a fantastic job of avoiding prepping for this moment for about ten years. Anderson, Dickey, and McGlynn, were recently called into the national team but none of them have locked down the position in a convincing fashion, speaking partly to the depth at the position. Bixby, Campbell, and Kinsbury, three of the more decorated veterans on the list, could theoretically work their way in but eyes are turning to younger goalkeepers, not to mention Jordan Silkowitz at Bay FC. The question for the number one going forward is centered around whoever can balance a consistent level of play, doesn’t default to sitting on their line, and won’t resort to booting the ball downfield on every touch. As of right now, Emma Hayes is still weighing her options.

21. Abby Smith, 31 - Houston Dash
22. Kelsey Daugherty, 28 - Celtic (Scotland.1)
23. Mackenzie Wood, 25 - Chicago Stars
24. Emily Dolan, 31 - Damaiense (Portugal.1)
25. Shae Yanez, 28 - Crystal Palace (England.1)
26. Jessica Berlin, 26 - Thor/KA (Iceland.1)
27. Katelin Talbert, 26 - Free Agent (None)
28. Ashley Orkus, 26 - Tampa Bay Sun FC (USA.1U)
29. Olivia Sekany, 26 - Racing Louisville
30. Monica Wilhelm, 25 - Eskilstuna United (Sweden.2)

31. Kaylie Collins, 27 - Washington Spirit
32. Kaylan Marckese, 27 - Tampa Bay Sun FC (USA.1U)
33. Cosette Morche, 28 - Fort Lauderdale FC (USA.1U)
34. Katherine Asman, 25 - Orlando Pride
35. Makenna Gottschalk, 26 - Fort Lauderdale FC (USA.1U)
36. Erin Seppi, 27 - Valadares Gaia (Portugal.1)
37. Lindsey Harris, 31 - Al-Qadisiah (Saudi Arabia.1)
38. Hannah Seabert, 30 - Angel City FC
39. Melissa Lowder, 28 - Bay FC
40. Marisa Jordan, 24 - North Carolina Courage

Ones to watch: As we enter the back half of the decade, we’re finally seeing a steady stream of American goalkeepers carving out a career overseas and not just returning after one or two seasons. Tullis-Joyce and Tompkins lead the list but Daughtery, Dolan, and others are following suit. The challenge these goalkeepers face is limited investment, largely leaving their development to their own hands. Although these goalkeepers don’t mind playing the underdog role, it’s quite common to see goalkeepers plateau in the development, especially in their tactical understanding of the game. Whether through limited minutes or a lack of a full-time goalkeeper coach, it’s difficult for goalkeepers to continue to understand the nuances of in-game moments. Hopefully, American sides, like Racing Louisville, will continue to lean into loan options while also valuing American goalkeepers who developed outside the US.

41. McKinley Crone, 26 - Orlando Pride
42. Macy Enneking, 24 - Free Agent (None)
43. Aubrei Corder, 27 - Bodø / Glimt (Norway.2)
44. Noa Schumacher, 25 - Hibernian (Scotland.1)
45. Meagan McClelland, 24 - Carolina Ascent (USA.1U)
46. Sarah Cox, 31 - Lexington SC (USA.1U)
47. Heather Hinz, 24 - Sydney FC (Australia.1)
48. Kenna Caldwell, 24 - Molde FK (Norway.2)
49. Halle Mackiewicz, 23 - Chicago Stars
50. Cat Sheppard, 24 - Durham (England.2)

51. Izzy Nino, 26 - Spokane Zephyr (USA.1U)
52. Taiana Tolleson, 27 - Lexington SC (USA.1U)
53. Claire Henninger, 24 - Torreense (Portugal.1)
54. Madison White, 24 - Racing Louisville
55. Megan Plaschko, 23 - Athlone Town AFC (Ireland.1)
56. Morgan Messner, 25 - Portland Thorns FC
57. Emmie Allen, 22 - Bay FC
58. Lauren Kozal, 25 - Grasshopper (Switzerland.1)
59. Hope Hisey, 24 - Zephyr FC (USA.1U)
60. Adelaide Gay, 35 - DC Power FC (USA.1U)

Ones to watch: While we continue to wait for promising goalkeepers like Marisa Jordan, Macey Enneking, or Marz Josephson to get a fair shake, their peers are vying to make a name for themselves elsewhere. Madison White has done well with Dallas Trinity while fellow Big 12-alum Megan Plaschko sits atop the Irish Premier Division with Athlone Town (as of early May). Both goalkeepers have shown big moments but still need to find the right balance of power and mobility, which can typically found in nuanced footwork. If they can keep detailing their approach to the game in a way that best suits them and not shoehorn someone else’s style, then they may have a chance at making it in the best league in the world.

61. Liz Harrington, 26 - Free Agent (None)
62. Caroline DeLisle, 25 - Norrkoping (Sweden.1)
63. Cayla White, 24 - Odense BK (Denmark.1)
64. Maddy Anderson, 23 - Racing Louisville
65. Erin McKinney, 25 - Fort Lauderdale FC (USA.1U)
66. Elaina LaMacchia, 25 - Fram Reykjavik (Iceland.1)
67. Lyza Jessee, 24 - Washington Spirit
68. Olivia Pratapas, 23 - NC State
69. Mollee Swift, 24 - Throttur (Iceland.1)
70. Ryan Campbell, 23 - Gotham FC

71. Christina Holguin, 29 - Juarez (Mexico.1)
72. Kate Devine, 23 - Breiðablik (Iceland.1)
73. Samantha Estrada, 25 - Dallas Trinity (USA.1U)
74. Hailey Coll, 24 - Zephyr FC (USA.1U)
75. Kayla Thompson, 26 - Toluca (Mexico.1)
76. Ashley Naylor, 23 - FCPS (Austria.2)
77. Mikki Easter, 24 - FCPS (Austria.2)
78. Elizabeth Beardsley, 22 - Houston Dash
79. Stephanie Sparkowski, 23 - Chicago Stars
80. Lauren Kellett, 23 - Tampa Bay Sun FC (USA.1U)

Ones to watch: After a combined 600 minutes between Kate Devine and Mikki Easter last fall, neither goalkeeper is letting the sluggish season be the final chapter in their playing career. Both goalkeepers are on the opposite end of the spectrum as the aforementioned White and Plaschko (above) as Devine and Easter rely more on their feet to solve attacks, whether in shot-stopping or shot-prevention. Iceland’s first division and, certainly, Austria’s second division can get scrappy at times but as long as the goalkeepers can focus on minimizing the chaos and not feeding into it, look for them to spring board to higher levels of play next season.

81. Mia Justus, 22 - Utah Royals
82. Maddie Prohaska, 22 - Seattle Reign
83. Genevieve Crenshaw, 22 - Tindastóll (Iceland.1)
84. Ally Zazzara, 22 - Tennessee
85. Tyler McCamey, 22 - Gotham FC
86. Neeku Purcell, 21 - Seattle Reign
87. Amber Lockwood, 23 - Clube de Albergaria (Portugal.1)
88. Ally Lynch, 22 - Purdue
89. Sally Rainey, 22 - Indiana
90. Teagan Wy, 21 - California

91. Haley Craig, 22 - Portland Thorns FC
92. Alexa Goldberg, 23 - Brooklyn FC (USA.1U)
93. Bella Grust, 22 - USC
94. Dmitri Fong, 27 - Vllaznia (Albania.1)
95. Bella Hollenbach, 22 - Milwaukee
96. Camryn Miller, 22 - Cincinnati
97. Belle Okoroafo, 22 - Michigan State
98. Jordan Brown, 21 - Georgia
99. Cassie Coster, 22 - Monmouth
100. Shea Vanderbosch, 21 - Syracuse

Ones to watch: Last but not least, this group of mostly young goalkeepers - some with college eligibility left and some without - will all have the tough task of continuing their development while not losing momentum. Although goalkeepers can certainly play into their late 30s, it’s hard to develop much once you’ve hit your mid-20s. Tactical decision-making, space optimization, and maximizing efficient response times pose significant challenges for college goalkeepers eyeing the pro scene. Ideally, a goalkeeper should look noticeably sharper from even 21 to 24 but it’s not uncommon to see a goalkeeper plateau in their development at those ages. Purcell, Brown, and Zazzara are good examples of goalkeepers who are still developing - as displayed with highs and lows this past season - and need an arena to keep that momentum going.

The Top Goalkeepers in Women's Soccer

The 2025 Euro is seeing some of the best goalkeepers in the world battling out for the claim of “best in the world”. Next year is jam-packed with international soccer and, hopefully, a slew of great saves and top-notch goalkeeping performances.

Goalkeepers are rated on their form with club and country, taking into account their success in shot-stopping, distribution, cross management, and ability to improv on a broken play. For past rankings, click here to see the annual list of top 50 goalkeepers dating back to 2016.

Last updated July 1, 2025

Ann-Katrin Berger, a 34-year-old goalkeeper from Göppingen, Germany, has had a remarkable career in women's soccer. She began playing professionally with VfL Sindelfingen in the German second division before moving to Turbine Potsdam in 2011, where she won the Frauen-Bundesliga title in her debut season. Berger's career took her to Paris Saint-Germain in 2014, and she later joined Chelsea FC in 2019, where she solidified her reputation as one of the best goalkeepers in the world. An interesting fact about Berger is that she was the first goalkeeper to record a clean sheet in a UEFA Women's Champions League final, achieving this feat against Atlético Madrid in 2021. After overcoming a thyroid cancer diagnosis in 2017, she made a triumphant return to the pitch, showcasing her resilience and skill. Berger's ability to make crucial saves in high-pressure situations has earned her legendary status at Chelsea FC Women.

Kailen Sheridan has been a cornerstone for San Diego Wave FC, leading them to the 2024 NWSL Challenge Cup with a shutout against Gotham FC. Her journey from Clemson University, where she notched 28 shutouts, to Olympic gold with Canada at Tokyo 2020 showcases her knack for big moments. In 2022, she clinched the NWSL Goalkeeper of the Year title, and her 89 saves in 2024 cemented her as one of the league’s elite. At 30, she’s a vocal leader for both the Wave, pushing for a deep playoff run in 2025, as well as the Canadian Women’s National Team.

After being a Virginia Tech standout, McGlynn has been a key piece for the Utah Royals since joining the team in 2023, bringing grit and reliability to their backline. Her college career was legendary, setting a Hokies record with 33 shutouts and earning All-ACC honors, which paved the way for her pro debut with Sky Blue FC in 2019. In 2024, McGlynn joined the Royals and held down the starting spot for the entirity of the year, being a crucial part to their playoff push that season. At 27, her steady hands and vocal leadership make her a vital asset and a strong prospect for the number one jersey with the USWNT.

Angelina Anderson, the towering 6-foot goalkeeper for Angel City FC, has been turning heads in the NWSL with her commanding presence and sharp reflexes. Hailing from Danville, California, she made history as the first rookie goalkeeper to play in the NWSL playoffs since 2013, stepping up big in Angel City’s 2023 postseason run. Her college career at UC Berkeley was stellar, where she racked up 26 shutouts, landing her second on Cal’s all-time list, and earned Pac-12 Goalkeeper of the Year as a freshman. After originally captaining the U.S. U-17 Women’s National Team at the 2018 World Cup in Uruguay, she returned with the senior team in 2025 after locking down the starting spot with Angel City.

Aubrey Kingsbury, the Washington Spirit’s rock-solid goalkeeper, has been a defensive cornerstone since joining the NWSL in 2018, helping secure the team’s 2021 championship. A standout at Wake Forest University, she earned All-ACC honors and led the Demon Deacons to multiple NCAA tournament appearances. Since becoming the Spirit’s starter, she’s helped anchor one of the league’s stingiest defenses in the league, ultimately leading to her receiving the captain’s band for the team. At 33, her consistent performances, including a USWNT call-up in 2023, show she’s still at the top of her game. Kingsbury’s focus now is driving the Spirit deep into the 2025 playoffs.

Pauline Peyraud-Magnin has been a force for Juventus in Serie A, anchoring their backline to three straight league titles since joining in 2021. Her career spans stints at Lyon, Arsenal, and Atlético Madrid, where she honed her craft against Europe’s best. Her clean sheet in the 2021 UEFA Women’s Champions League final against Atlético Madrid was a career highlight. The fan-favorite with Italian fans, she’s translated club success into becoming the starter for the French national team. At 33, her commanding presence and quick reflexes keep her in the conversation for France’s No. 1 spot. She’s eyeing a deep run in the 2026 Euros with Les Bleues.

Jordan Silkowitz, Bay FC’s rising star, has become a fan favorite in San Jose, starting 20 matches in 2025 and posting four clean sheets to help her expansion team stay competitive. Traded from Kansas City Current in 2024, she’s shown poise beyond her 25 years. Her U.S. U-23 call-up for 2025 friendlies in Germany underscores her growing reputation, as well as an expected call-up for the USWNT to be coming soon enough. Silkowitz’s quick distribution and fearless one-on-one defending make her a modern goalkeeper to watch. She’s hungry to lock down Bay FC’s starting role for good.

Claudia Dickey, the 25-year-old Seattle Reign FC goalkeeper, has emerged as one of the NWSL’s top shot-stoppers, anchoring a defense that’s conceded the second-fewest goals in the league in 2025. Drafted 20th overall in 2022, she bided her time as a backup before seizing the starting role in August 2023, posting three clean sheets in nine matches this season and earning a spot on the NWSL Best XI for May. Fun fact: she was a two-sport star at North Carolina, playing basketball alongside soccer, which sharpened her reflexes and court presence. Her standout performances led to a contract extension through 2028 and a USWNT debut in June 2025, where she kept a clean sheet against Ireland. Dickey’s rise signals she’s a cornerstone for both club and country as she eyes the 2027 World Cup.

Cecilie Fiskerstrand, Norway’s rock-solid goalkeeper, has been a standout for Fiorentina in Italy’s Serie A, bringing her commanding presence to the club since joining in 2023. She made waves at the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup, helping Norway compete against top teams like France, and has since earned 50 caps by age 29. In 2024, she started 22 matches for Fiorentina, posting nine clean sheets and helping the team secure a top-four finish. Despite a tough 2025 loss to France at Ullevaal, her quick reflexes kept Norway in the game. She’s now focused on leading Fiorentina to a Champions League spot and pushing Norway toward the 2025 Euros.

Phallon Tullis-Joyce, a Long Island native, has carved out an impressive career, evolving from a college standout at the University of Miami to Manchester United’s No. 1 goalkeeper in the Women’s Super League. After going undrafted in the 2019 NWSL College Draft, she took a bold leap to France, captaining Stade de Reims to promotion from Division 2 and earning a reputation for fearlessness in net. Back in the U.S., she became a cornerstone for OL Reign in 2022, starting all 30 matches and helping secure the NWSL Shield. Her stellar 2024-25 season with Manchester United, where she led the WSL with 13 clean sheets in 19 games, earned her a USWNT debut in April 2025, where she shut out Brazil. At 28, she’s a top contender to replace Alyssa Naeher as the USWNT’s go-to goalkeeper.

Best of the Rest
rk. name - club, nationality (age)

11. Jane Campbell - Houston Dash, USA (30)
12. Bella Bixby - Portland Thorns FC, USA (29)
13. Sofia Manner - AFC Toronto, Finland (27)
14. Lize Kop - Tottenham, Netherlands (27)
15. Alyssa Naeher - Chicago Stars, USA (37)
16. Emily Alvarado - Tijuana, Mexico (27)
17. Didi Haracic - San Diego Wave, Bosnia and Herzegovina (33)
18. Laura Giuliani - AC Milan, Italy (32)
19. Merle Frohms - Wolfsburg, Germany (30)
20. Ayaka Yamashita - Manchester City, Japan (29)

21. Casey Murphy - North Carolina Courage, USA (29)
22. Lorena - Kansas City Current, Brazil (28)
23. Jordyn Bloomer - Racing Louisville, USA (27)
24. Sabrina D'Angelo - Aston Villa, Canada (32)
25. Daphne Van Domselaar - Arsenal, Netherlands (25)
26. Hillary Beall - San Diego Wave, USA (26)
27. Anna Tamminen - Hammarby, Finland (30)
28. Christiane Endler - Lyon, Chile (34)
29. Esther Sullastres - Sevilla, Spain (32)
30. Courtney Brosnan - Everton, Ireland (29)

31. Laurel Ivory - Kansas City Current, USA (25)
32. Sandra Paños - America, Spain (32)
33. Vanessa Fischer - Turbine Potsdam, Germany (28)
34. Adrianna Franch - Birmingham City, USA (34)
35. Mary Earps - PSG, England (32)
36. Martina Tufekovic - Hoffenheim, Croatia (31)
37. Cassie Miller - Seattle Reign, USA (30)
38. Katie Lund - Racing Louisville, USA (28)
39. Samantha Murphy - Carolina Ascent, USA (28)
40. Misa Rodriguez - Real Madrid, Spain (26)

41. Shelby Hogan - Gotham FC, USA (27)
42. Jennifer Falk - Häcken, Sweden (32)
43. Zecira Musovic - Chelsea, Sweden (29)
44. Jalen Tompkins - Brondby, USA (28)
45. Stina Johannes - Eintracht Frankfurt, Germany (25)
46. Bridgette Skiba - Lexington SC, USA (25)
47. Janina Leitzig - Leicester City, Germany (26)
48. Sydney Schneider - Tampa Bay Sun FC, Jamaica (25)
49. Rylee Foster - Durham, Canada (26)
50. Ellie Roebuck - Barcelona, England (25)