The 2027 World Cup is around the corner, where fans will get to see some of the best goalkeepers in the world battling out for the claim of “best in the world”. These next few years are jam-packed with high-stakes international soccer and, hopefully, a slew of great saves and top-notch goalkeeping performances.
Goalkeepers are rated on their form with club and country, taking into account their success in shot-stopping, distribution, cross management, and ability to improv on a broken play. For past rankings, click here to see the annual list of top 50 goalkeepers dating back to 2016.
Last updated March 20, 2026
1. Angelina Anderson - Angel City FC
The towering (6'0") Californian who's emerged as a commanding presence in goal. Drafted 27th overall by Angel City FC out of Cal Berkeley in 2023, she became the first rookie goalkeeper to start an NWSL playoff match since 2013 and earned a long-term extension through 2028 as the club's primary No. 1. At Cal, she was Pac-12 Goalkeeper of the Year and Freshman of the Year as a true freshman and ultimately climbed to second on the school's all-time shutout list despite a COVID-shortened career. A former U.S. youth international (U-17 World Cup captain), she's since earned senior USWNT training call-ups and U-23 caps, showing poise under pressure and steady hands on crosses and shots. With regular NWSL starts and a club betting big on her long-term future, the 24-year-old is a rising USWNT contender whose blend of athleticism, technical reliability, and maturity positions her for elite-level consistency and potential international breakthroughs.
2. Phallon Tullis-Joyce - Manchester United
The marine biologist-turned-Man Utd No. 1, a late bloomer who swapped ocean depths (certified deep-sea diver, fossil hunter, University of Miami degree in marine science) for Premier League gloves. After going undrafted out of college, she bet on herself with a move to Reims in France, then OL Reign, before landing at United in 2023, eventually claiming the starting spot and earning her first senior USWNT cap in 2025 with a clean sheet. Tall, athletic, and composed, she racks up shutouts (17 in a recent league campaign) and brings a calm authority between the posts. The USWNT's goalkeeping depth chart is crowded, but her form in England and unique path make her a serious dark horse to climb higher.
3. Ann-Katrin Berger - Gotham FC
The veteran German shot-stopper who finally became her country's No. 1 after a decorated career across Europe. A three-time FA WSL Golden Glove winner at Chelsea, she moved to Gotham FC in 2024 and immediately delivered: NWSL Goalkeeper of the Year, Best XI, and a club-record low goals-against average with eight clean sheets. Precise, experienced, and unflappable under pressure—known for penalty heroics and commanding presence—she's the reliable veteran who elevates any backline. Late international breakout or not, her trophy cabinet and recent NWSL dominance prove she's still performing at an elite level, making her a key piece for both club and Germany.
4. Jane Campbell - Houston Dash
The steady, long-time Houston Dash captain and USWNT regular who's been a model of consistency in the NWSL. NWSL Goalkeeper of the Year in 2023, with double-digit caps for the senior national team, Campbell’s reflexes and shot-stopping abilities have kept her in the conversation for earning more games with the national team. Years of starting reps in Houston have made her one of the league's most dependable options, though international minutes remain competitive. She's the type who rarely beats herself—low-error profile, high save counts—and remains a reliable backup/rotation piece with upside for more starts if injuries or form open the door.
5. Kailen Sheridan - North Carolina Courage
The Canadian international who turned NWSL dominance into Olympic gold. Drafted by Sky Blue FC (now Gotham) in 2017, Sheridan worked her way to earning 2022 NWSL Goalkeeper of the Year honors before helping San Diego Wave capture the Challenge Cup. Now at North Carolina Courage, she's a fixture for Canada and a highlighted name on any scouting report. Tall enough to cover the frame, with excellent distribution and penalty-saving prowess, she combines athleticism with composure. At 30, she's in her prime, a proven big-game performer who's elevated every team she's joined.
6. Cecilie Fiskerstrand - Fiorentina
The reliable Norwegian international who's built a steady, globe-trotting career across top European leagues while anchoring Norway's goal for over a decade. At 5'9" and turning 30 in 2026, Fiskerstrand signed with ACF Fiorentina in 2024 and quickly became the undisputed No. 1, starting nearly every match, extending her contract through 2029, and delivering consistent performances in Serie A. Her journey to Italy included stints at LSK Kvinner (where she won domestic titles and racked up caps), a productive spell at Brighton & Hove Albion in the WSL, and earlier stops at Stabæk and Fortuna Ålesund.
A regular for Norway since her youth days, she's featured in multiple major tournaments (World Cups, Euros, Nations League), often as the dependable backup turned starter in key qualifiers and friendlies, showcasing composure under pressure, sharp positioning, and strong command of her area. Strengths lie in her decision-making, ability to organize defenses, and reliable shot-stopping. With renewed commitment at Fiorentina and ongoing Norway call-ups, she's in her prime as a veteran who delivers quiet excellence, positioning her well for continued international relevance and potential club silverware in Italy.
7. Mandy McGlynn - Utah Royals
The resilient American goalkeeper who's forged a path through perseverance, international stints, and breakout NWSL performances to earn senior USWNT recognition. At 27 years old, McGlynn is the current No. 1 for the Utah Royals, where she signed in December 2023 via trade from NJ/NY Gotham FC and earned an NWSL Goalkeeper of the Year nomination. Her college days at Virginia Tech were dominant: four-year starter, back-to-back All-ACC First Team honors, first Hokie goalkeeper to play every minute of a season since 2004, and school records for shutouts (32) and goals-against average (0.99). Youth international experience came at U-18 and U-20 levels for the US, but senior breakthrough arrived in late 2024 with her debut in a 3-0 win over Argentina (becoming the 27th goalkeeper in USWNT history to earn a cap), followed by additional caps and regular call-ups into 2026 despite occasional injury setbacks (like a finger issue in early 2026 SheBelieves Cup camp). McGlynn looks to take on the responsibilities of the modern goalkeeper but consistent play is needed to make a run at capturing the starting spot for the USWNT.
8. Lorena - Kansas City Current
The Brazilian international who's made waves in the NWSL with athleticism and flair. Known for bold plays off her line, strong distribution, and penalty heroics, she brings a dynamic presence to her club. At 5'11" and in her mid-20s, the agile shot-stopper is known for bold rushes off her line, strong distribution, and penalty-saving heroics that make her a modern sweeper-keeper fit for possession teams. After standout spells in Brazil (Santos, Corinthians), she crossed to the NWSL, where her reflexes in one-on-ones, command on crosses, and highlight-reel saves have shone through. Capped multiple times for Brazil (including World Cup and Olympic squads), she combines explosive athleticism with composure under pressure. Still refining consistency at the elite level, her ceiling is high as a potential game-changer for club and country.
9. Claudia Dickey - Seattle Reign
The rising American talent who's transformed into Seattle Reign's ironclad No. 1, blending elite shot-stopping with remarkable durability. At 5'10" and 26 years old, Dickey had a stellar UNC career, where she earned First Team All-ACC honors, ranked nationally in shutouts (15 in one season), and posted a sub-0.50 GAA. In 2025 she broke out, playing every minute of every regular-season game and earning NWSL Goalkeeper of the Year finalist nods. Through early 2026, she's amassed over 50 regular-season appearances with 13 clean sheets plus standout playoff moments like a debut shutout in 2023. A former U.S. youth international (U-18 to U-20 camps), her senior USWNT breakthrough came in 2025 with eight caps, seven clean sheets, and consistent starts under Emma Hayes. Known for sharp reflexes in one-on-ones, strong positioning, high-volume saving ability, and composure under fire—rarely rattled despite heavy shot counts—she commands her box on crosses and organizes defenses effectively. With a contract extension through 2028 and growing international reps, Dickey's consistency, work ethic, and big-save mentality make her a serious contender in the USWNT's deep goalkeeper pool, poised for even bigger roles on the world stage.
10. Jordan Silkowitz - Bay FC
At 6'0", the resilient American prospect has risen from draft-day backup to a starting NWSL role and USWNT call-up contender through persistence and standout shot-stopping. Hailing from Fairfax, Virginia, the 25-year-old was the first Iowa State Cyclone ever selected in the NWSL after a strong college run with the Cyclones. She spent her early pro years as a reserve in KC (behind Cassie Miller and Adrianna Franch), then ventured to Brisbane Roar in Australia's Liberty A-League for the 2023/24 season before landing at Bay FC, where she truly broke out in 2025. Silkowitz is largely off the radar for most when it comes to earning a call-up with the national team but similar to the rest of the current national team goalkeepers, so were they. If Silkowitz can continue her steady trajectory, she’ll go from NWSL backup to USWNT contender in no time.
Best of the Rest
rk. name - club, nationality (age)
11. Jordyn Bloomer - Racing Louisville, USA (28)
12. Pauline Peyraud-Magnin - Denver Summit, France (34)
13. Laura Giuliani - AC Milan, Italy (32)
14. Ayaka Yamashita - Manchester City, JPN (30)
15. Casey Murphy - Boston Legacy, USA (29)
16. Misa Rodriguez - Real Madrid, Spain (26)
17. Livia Peng - Werder Bremen, Switzerland (24)
18. Cata Coll - Barcelona, Spain (24)
19. Lize Kop - Tottenham, Netherlands (28)
20. Hannah Hampton - Chelsea, England (25)
21. Daphne Van Domselaar - Arsenal, Netherlands (26)
22. Christiane Endler - Lyon, Chile (34)
23. Mary Earps - PSG, England (33)
24. Anna Moorhouse - Orlando Pride, England (31)
25. Lena Pauels - Benfica, Germany (28)
26. Larissa Rusek - Juventus, Austria (21)
27. Samantha Murphy - FC Rosengard, USA (28)
28. Hillary Beall - Houston Dash, USA (27)
29. Alyssa Naeher - Chicago Stars, USA (37)
30. Ellie Roebuck - Aston Villa, England (26)
31. Jennifer Falk - Liverpool, Sweden (32)
32. Sabrina D'Angelo - Aston Villa, Canada (32)
33. Courtney Brosnan - Everton, Ireland (30)
34. Katie Atkinson - Chicago Stars, USA (29)
35. Jalen Tompkins - Brondby, USA (29)
36. Sofia Manner - AFC Toronto, Finland (28)
37. Melina Loeck - Hammarby, Germany (25)
38. Sandra Paños - America, Spain (33)
39. Stina Johannes - Wolfsburg, Germany (26)
40. Ena Mahmutovic - Bayern Munich, Germany (22)
41. Jada Whyman - AIK, Australia (26)
42. Anna Tamminen - Newcastle, Finland (31)
43. Marisa Jordan - Kansas City Current, USA (25)
44. Laurel Ivory - Boston Legacy, USA (26)
45. Sydney Schneider - Tampa Bay Sun FC, Jamaica (26)
46. Anneke Borbe - Arsenal, Germany (25)
47. Bridgette Skiba - Stjarnan, USA (26)
48. Jessica Berlin - Thor/KA, USA (26)
49. Lola Gallardo - Atletico Madrid, Spain (32)
50. Friederike Repohl - Bayer Leverkusen, Germany (31)
