Edwin van der Sar

Netherlands · Goalkeeper · Gen 2 · Zidane & Ronaldinho · Peak 1995-2009

Towering, unflappable keeper whose calm footwork made him an extra passer

73.3OVR#3 of 90 goalkeepers

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

“One of the very first to have brought a new perspective was Edwin van der Sar. I was inspired by his style of play.”
— Manuel Neuer, Germany goalkeeper · 2015 · source

Category averages

  • Goalkeeping88.3
  • Speed17.0
  • Shooting–
  • Passing–
  • Ball Control–
  • Movement17.6
  • Football IQ86.5
  • Defending Skill–
  • Physical71.2
  • Mental88.7
  • Career87.6

Top 10 attributes

  1. Longevity97
  2. Concentration94
  3. Consistency94
  4. GK Positioning93
  5. Distribution92
  6. Decision Making92
  7. Spatial Awareness92
  8. Reflexes90
  9. Game Management90
  10. Big-Game Temperament90

All 73 attributes

Goalkeeping 88.3

  • Diving86
  • Handling88
  • Reflexes90
  • GK Positioning93
  • One-on-Ones88
  • Commanding Area88
  • Kicking86
  • Distribution92
  • Sweeping84

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 17.6

  • Off-the-Ball Movement–
  • Runs in Behind–
  • Attacking Positioning–
  • Anticipation88
  • Recovery Runs–

Football IQ 86.5

  • Decision Making92
  • Spatial Awareness92
  • Game Management90
  • Tactical Creativity72

Defending Skill –

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

Physical 71.2

  • Strength80
  • Stamina84
  • Agility84
  • Balance82
  • Recovery84
  • Reactions86
  • Hold-up Play–
  • Aerial Duels86
  • Aggression55

Mental 88.7

  • Big-Game Temperament90
  • Leadership86
  • Selflessness86
  • Concentration94
  • Determination88
  • Tactical Discipline88

Career 87.6

  • Consistency94
  • Longevity97
  • Achievements81
  • Durability88
  • Loyalty78

Profile

Born
29 October 1970
Height
197 cm
Foot
Right
Career
1990–2011
Prime
1995-2009

Club career

  • 1990–1999 Ajax
  • 1999–2001 Juventus
  • 2001–2005 Fulham
  • 2005–2011 Manchester United

Honours

European Cup / Champions League 2

1995 Ajax · 2008 Manchester United

Europa League 1

1992 Ajax

League title · Eredivisie Ajax 4

1993–94, 1994–95, 1995–96, 1997–98

League title · Premier League Manchester United 4

2006–07, 2007–08, 2008–09, 2010–11

Club World Cup 1

2008

Intercontinental Cup 1

1995

UEFA Super Cup 1

1995

League Cup 2

2005–06, 2009–10

KNVB Cup 3

1992–93, 1997–98, 1998–99

Community Shield 3

2007, 2008, 2010

Trophy illustrations: Wikimedia Commons

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