Cláudio Taffarel

Brazil · Goalkeeper · Gen 2 · Zidane & Ronaldinho · Peak 1993-1998

Calm, dependable keeper whose shootout saves helped Brazil win the 1994 World Cup

67.7OVR#47 of 90 goalkeepers

Goalkeeping, outfield and career attributes, position-weighted. Ranked among goalkeepers.

Category averages

  • Goalkeeping80.6
  • Speed17.0
  • Shooting–
  • Passing–
  • Ball Control–
  • Movement15.2
  • Football IQ72.0
  • Defending Skill–
  • Physical69.3
  • Mental87.7
  • Career83.8

Top 10 attributes

  1. Big-Game Temperament94
  2. Reactions90
  3. Concentration90
  4. Tactical Discipline90
  5. Reflexes89
  6. Diving88
  7. GK Positioning88
  8. Longevity88
  9. Agility86
  10. Determination86

All 73 attributes

Goalkeeping 80.6

  • Diving88
  • Handling84
  • Reflexes89
  • GK Positioning88
  • One-on-Ones84
  • Commanding Area78
  • Kicking72
  • Distribution72
  • Sweeping70

Speed 17.0

  • Top Speed50
  • Acceleration52
  • Dribbling Speed–
  • Top Speed with Ball–
  • Knock-on & Run–
  • Change of Pace–

Shooting –

  • Finishing–
  • Shot Power–
  • Long Shots–
  • Volleys–
  • Curve–
  • Penalties–
  • Heading–
  • Direct Free Kicks–
  • Shooting Creativity–
  • Acrobatics–

Passing –

  • Short Passing–
  • Long Passing–
  • Through Balls–
  • Crossing–
  • Link-up Play–
  • Vision–
  • Set-Piece Delivery–

Ball Control –

  • Dribbling–
  • Possession–
  • First Touch–
  • Skills & Tricks–
  • Weak Foot–
  • Press Resistance–

Movement 15.2

  • Off-the-Ball Movement–
  • Runs in Behind–
  • Attacking Positioning–
  • Anticipation76
  • Recovery Runs–

Football IQ 72.0

  • Decision Making84
  • Spatial Awareness80
  • Game Management84
  • Tactical Creativity40

Defending Skill –

  • Defensive Positioning–
  • Marking–
  • Interceptions–
  • Standing Tackle–
  • Sliding Tackle–
  • Offside Trap–

Physical 69.3

  • Strength74
  • Stamina76
  • Agility86
  • Balance74
  • Recovery84
  • Reactions90
  • Hold-up Play–
  • Aerial Duels82
  • Aggression58

Mental 87.7

  • Big-Game Temperament94
  • Leadership82
  • Selflessness84
  • Concentration90
  • Determination86
  • Tactical Discipline90

Career 83.8

  • Consistency86
  • Longevity88
  • Achievements80
  • Durability85
  • Loyalty80

Profile

Born
8 May 1966
Height
182 cm
Foot
Right
Career
1985–2003
Prime
1993-1998

Club career

  • 1985–1990 Internacional
  • 1990–1993 Parma
  • 1993–1994 Reggiana
  • 1995–1998 Atlético Mineiro
  • 1998–2001 Galatasaray
  • 2001–2003 Parma

Honours

World Cup 1

1994 Brazil

Europa League 1

2000 Galatasaray

Continental title 2

1989 Copa América · 1997 Copa América

League title · Süper Lig Galatasaray 2

1998–99, 1999–2000

UEFA Super Cup 1

2000

Cup Winners' Cup 1

1992–93

Coppa Italia 2

1991–92, 2001–02

Trophy illustrations: Wikimedia Commons

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