Ronwen Williams

Goals are usually the most memorable moments of a World Cup, but no team gets very far without a great goalkeeper. At the 2026 tournament, several nominees and winners of the Yashin Trophy defended their national teams and put in decisive performances. But who was the best performer throughout the tournament?

From breaking unbeatable records to causing a sensation across the globe. We take a look at the 10 goalkeepers who shone and left their mark at the 2026 World Cup.

The Bafana Bafana captain is making history on the global stage, bringing Africa's elite goalkeeping to the world's attention this summer. But who is he really?