Goalkeeper glove brands
Choosing from the goalkeeper glove brands means choosing a philosophy of foam and cut. Goal-Foot brings together the specialists Uhlsport and Reusch, the goalkeeper range from adidas, the young German brand T1TAN, and the Mexican manufacturer Rinat, so you can compare their palms, their cuts, and their protections before making your decision.
Five brands, as many ways to catch.
Uhlsport and Reusch, two German pioneers of the glove
Two names dominate the history of the position. Reusch, founded in 1934 in Metzingen, created in 1973 with Sepp Maier the first glove for goalkeepers with a latex palm; its Attrakt collection features foams ranging from Solid, durable, to Gold X, reserved for the highest level. Uhlsport, established in 1948 in Balingen, names its match gloves Fangmaschine, the catching machine, and patented its latex Absolutgrip, known for its balance between grip and durability. Both brands offer negative, hybrid, or classic cuts, as well as barretted versions, making them references at all levels.
Access gloves from each brand
Each brand has its own page to compare its models. adidas brings together the Predator and Copa lines, Reusch the Attrakt collection and its Gold X foams, Uhlsport the Fangmaschine and their HN cuts. The protective and colourful gloves from T1TAN and the hybrid cuts from Rinat also have their selection. If you're first thinking in terms of hand shape, check out Types of Gloves.
adidas, T1TAN and Rinat: three other ways to keep the goals
adidas organizes its gloves into two families, Predator and Copa, ranging from training models to the Pro glove, with Fingersave barretted versions. T1TAN, founded in 2016 in Germany, has made a name for itself with its finger protection gloves and its lines in bold colours like Beast, Rebel or Legend. Rinat, born in 1986 in León, Mexico, manufactures its gloves in its own factory and stands out with original cuts, including the hybrid that combines rolled fingers and negative fingers on the same hand. Each has its audience: versatility at adidas, protection at T1TAN, a fitted feel at Rinat.
How to compare two brands of goalkeeper gloves
Beyond the logo, three criteria allow for comparison. The foam first: each brand has its hierarchy, from durable latex for training to a very soft palm for matches, and the premium model of one brand grips better than the entry-level of another. The cut next: for the same size, a glove with a negative cut from one brand may fit closer than another, hence the value of consulting the size guide specific to each manufacturer. The support finally: wrist strap or cuff without strap, fixed or removable barrets. A goalkeeper used to one brand often benefits from sticking with it to find their size reference.
Branded gloves at reduced prices
The major brands refresh their colourways several times a year, which regularly frees up discounted models. Black Friday and the end-of-year holidays kick things off, followed by winter sales. In spring, French Days goalkeeper gloves highlight all brands in the position, before the summer sales and the resumption of training. Permanent discounts are found in Promos, while past collection colours can be found in Déstockage.
Frequently asked questions
Which manufacturers in this selection are German?
Uhlsport and T1TAN are German and based in Baden-Württemberg. Reusch was born in Germany in 1934 before establishing its headquarters in Bolzano, Italy, in 2017. adidas, finally, is a German company based in Herzogenaurach.
Which brand to choose for a child who is starting out?
All brands offer children's gloves, often with barrets. To start, opt for a durable palm like the Solid from Reusch or the Soft series from Uhlsport, rather than a match latex that would wear out in a few sessions.
What do the abbreviations HN, NC, or FP mean?
They describe the cut or protection. HN means half-negative at Uhlsport, NC refers to the negative cut from Reusch, and FP indicates a version equipped with finger protection barrets at T1TAN.
Are all glove brands specialized in the position?
No. Reusch, Uhlsport, T1TAN, and Rinat have built their reputation on goalkeeper gloves, while adidas develops them alongside the rest of its football equipment. Specialists often offer more choices of cuts and foams.
Why does the same model exist in multiple levels?
Brands release the same line, Predator at adidas or Attrakt at Reusch, in several levels of foam and finishing. The design remains similar, but the latex, lining, and closure change between the training glove and the match glove.
