Goalkeeper shorts

Hip Padding: Classic Shorts or 3/4 Length

The goalkeeper often falls on the side, and it’s the hips that take the impact. The Reusch Contest Advance shorts feature protective foam in this area, designed to let the legs move freely for jumps. The 3/4 version, like the Reusch Contest 3/4 Advance, is also available in kids' sizes: it extends below the knee and additionally protects the thighs and knees from burns on synthetic grass, a valuable compromise between shorts and long trousers. The Hummel Essential GK, a simpler option, suits goalkeepers looking for a lightweight match short that matches their kit colours.

Compression Tights and Shorts Underneath the Kit

Many goalkeepers wear a fitted garment under the match shorts. The Uhlsport Goalkeeper Tights, with side padding, can be worn alone for training or under the shorts during matches. The compression shorts Reusch Femur, in 3/4 length, support the thighs and cover areas that rub against the ground. The McDavid Cross Compression, designed for the adductors, compresses the groin and the upper thighs, which are heavily used during splits and dives. Uhlsport, founded in 1948 in Balingen, Germany, first gained recognition for its football boots and shoe soles before becoming a go-to for goalkeepers.

Club Goalkeeper Shorts for Youth

The goalkeeper shorts of clubs extend the uniform worn by professional keepers. The FC Barcelona, Arsenal, Liverpool, Chelsea, Tottenham, and AS Monaco each have their own, matching the goalkeeper jersey from the same season, and Germany also dresses its goalkeeper in a distinct kit. The laws of the game actually require goalkeepers to wear a different colour from the outfield players and referees, and their shorts usually follow this colour. In kids' versions, these shorts are tailored for young body shapes in lightweight fabric that dries quickly, and are often worn with padded tights underneath.

The Goalkeeper's Gear

The gear is completed with gloves, jerseys, baselayers, trousers, protective gear, complete kits, on the goalkeepers page.

New Arrivals and Great Deals

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Frequently Asked Questions

At what age should young goalkeepers have hip protection?

As soon as the child begins diving, often around eight or nine years old, padded shorts can prevent bruising and anxiety about falling. On synthetic surfaces, the 3/4 version also protects the knees from burns.

How do you choose the size of a goalkeeper's shorts?

Take your usual short size: the padding should sit precisely on the hips. If it’s too large, the padding slips back; if too small, it compresses the thigh and restricts movement.

Does a compression short help prevent injuries?

It supports the adductors and limits muscle vibrations during runs and splits, which can help reduce minor strains. However, it does not replace proper warm-ups or flexibility training.

How do you wash padded goalkeeper shorts?

In the washing machine at 30 degrees, inside out, with a mild detergent and no fabric softener. Air dry them: the tumble dryer compresses the padding and may detach the inserts.

Shorts or goalkeeper trousers in winter?

In extreme cold or on frozen pitches, long trousers provide better protection against the pain of falls. Many goalkeepers prefer wearing padded 3/4 shorts over thermal tights to maintain freedom of movement.