Givova, the goalkeeper kits from Campania

Givova, a brand from Scafati born in 2008

Givova was founded on 22 May 2008 in Scafati, in the province of Salerno, by Giovanni Acanfora. The brand has specialized in football and team sports equipment, with a strong presence in Italian clubs and a fast expansion internationally: as early as 2010, the Malta Football Association signed an agreement with them. The name Givova now appears on the kits of many amateur and semi-professional teams, both in Italy and abroad. Its goalkeeper kits reflect this team sports culture: easy-to-read outfits designed to dress a goalkeeper as you would an entire team.

The other goalkeeper kits by brand

In comparison, Hummel goalkeeper kits offer flexibility, while Uhlsport kits feature some padded options. All models from all brands can be found in the goalkeeper kits.

Hyguana, Manchester, Difesa: three goalkeeper kits by Givova

The Hyguana is the flagship goalkeeper kit of the range: a long-sleeve shirt and matching shorts, available in several colours and also in children's sizes. The Manchester follows the same formula, with a long-sleeve shirt and shorts in a different design. The Difesa, which means defence in Italian, completes the range and allows for two different kits to alternate between training and matches. All three share the essentials for a last line of defence: long sleeves to protect the forearms from contact with the ground and a bold colour that stands out from that of the outfield players.

Size and care of a Givova kit for adults or children

For an adult, take your usual sports shirt size, and the next size up only if you're wearing a base layer or elbow pads under the shirt. For a child, the Hyguana junior is chosen based on height in centimetres rather than age: the long sleeves should stop at the wrist without covering the hand to avoid hindering ball handling. In terms of care, a cold wash inside out at thirty degrees, without fabric softener, maintains the shirt's colour, and air drying prevents the fabric from losing its shape. These precautions are important for an outfit that goes from the pitch to the washing machine each week.

Outfitting a goalkeeper in Givova during the year's key moments

The Black Friday and the holiday season are great times to gift a Hyguana kit to a young goalkeeper who has given their all since the start of the year. After the winter sales, the French Days for goalkeeper equipment return in spring, and promotions on goalkeeper gear accompany the summer sales, perfect for preparing for the return to training. Discontinued colours go into clearance, which is worth looking into for outfitting multiple goalkeepers from the same club.

Frequently asked questions

Do Givova goalkeeper kits have padding?

The descriptions for the Hyguana and Manchester highlight a long-sleeve shirt and shorts, without advertised padding. On hard ground, add a pair of padded shorts or elbow pads under the outfit to protect hips and elbows.

Is a Givova kit suitable for outfitting an entire club?

Yes, Givova designs its kits for team sports, which allows for dressing all the goalkeepers of a club in the same model. Order the adult and children's sizes of the Hyguana in one go to ensure everyone has the same colour.

Can you play in Givova in a club equipped by another brand?

Yes, the rules do not impose any brand on the goalkeeper, only a colour that distinguishes them from other players and referees. However, in competition, some clubs do require their supplier's kit: check with your club.

Is the shorts of the kit enough to play in winter?

For winter matches or on frozen ground, many goalkeepers replace shorts with goalkeeper trousers, or wear thermal leggings underneath. The long-sleeve shirt from the kit combines without any issues with trousers of the same colour.

How to choose the colour of a Givova kit?

Choose a colour that does not appear in your team's shirts or in those of your usual league opponents. Having two kits in contrasting colours solves most colour conflicts on match day.