The International Federation of Football History and Statistics (IFFHS) has recently released the ranking of the best goalkeepers for the year 2024. At the top of this list is Emiliano “Dibu” Martínez, goalkeeper for Aston Villa and the Argentine national team.
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How to develop goalkeeper skills through specific training. The role of coordination and technique to maximize their performance through practical examples. Article available in the October 2024 issue of Il Nuovo Calcio.
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Helmuth Duckadam, a football legend, is a name that strongly resonates among sports enthusiasts and, in particular, goalkeepers worldwide. The legendary goalkeeper of Steaua Bucharest has passed away at the age of 65. The news was officially confirmed by the Romanian club, which expressed its condolences for the loss of a historic figure, remembered as “the hero of Seville.” Duckadam earned this title through an extraordinary feat: in 1986, during the European Cup final against Barcelona, he saved four consecutive penalties, securing Steaua’s only victory in this prestigious competition.
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The FIGC Federal Council has recently approved the experimentation aimed at countering time-wasting by goalkeepers. The new rule will be tested in the Primavera 1 men’s championship.
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The interview with Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Antonio Tajani, published in Tuttosport, delves into key issues regarding the economic and social impact of sports, highlighting its role in diplomacy and in promoting the country’s image abroad. Tajani also stresses the importance of investing in school sports and ensuring the autonomy of sports federations from politics, while acknowledging the State’s responsibility in supporting infrastructure development.
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In the recent report number 478 by the CIES Football Observatory, the football observatory based in Neuchâtel, Switzerland, Benfica was recognized as the world’s leading club for producing high-level football players, ranking first in the number of trained players currently competing in 49 top divisions worldwide.
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Inter’s goalkeeper Yann Sommer recently shared some interesting reflections with “La Gazzetta dello Sport” about his new teammate at Inter, Josep Martinez, and how his personal journey continues to evolve, despite his age and the experience he has already gained.
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Sport plays a fundamental role in the development of children and adolescents, promoting not only physical well-being but also psychological, social, and emotional health. In an era where the importance of physical activity for the balanced growth of young people is increasingly recognized, various challenges related to the accessibility and quality of available sports opportunities are emerging. This article explores the benefits of youth sports, the conditions necessary to maximize their educational potential, and the main barriers that limit access to such opportunities for children and adolescents.
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