Peter Shilton

England · Goalkeeper · Gen 1 · Pelé & Maradona · Peak 1977-1990

Meticulous, ultra-professional keeper whose positioning kept him on top for decades

Nicknames Shilts

68.9OVR#27 of 90 goalkeepers

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

Category averages

  • Goalkeeping82.2
  • Speed15.3
  • Shooting–
  • Passing–
  • Ball Control–
  • Movement17.2
  • Football IQ76.5
  • Defending Skill–
  • Physical69.8
  • Mental88.5
  • Career82.8

Top 10 attributes

  1. Longevity99
  2. GK Positioning96
  3. Consistency94
  4. Handling92
  5. Reflexes92
  6. Spatial Awareness92
  7. Determination92
  8. Tactical Discipline92
  9. Durability92
  10. Concentration91

All 73 attributes

Goalkeeping 82.2

  • Diving86
  • Handling92
  • Reflexes92
  • GK Positioning96
  • One-on-Ones86
  • Commanding Area90
  • Kicking72
  • Distribution66
  • Sweeping60

Speed 15.3

  • Top Speed44
  • Acceleration48
  • 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 17.2

  • Off-the-Ball Movement–
  • Runs in Behind–
  • Attacking Positioning–
  • Anticipation86
  • Recovery Runs–

Football IQ 76.5

  • Decision Making90
  • Spatial Awareness92
  • Game Management86
  • Tactical Creativity38

Defending Skill –

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

Physical 69.8

  • Strength82
  • Stamina78
  • Agility74
  • Balance74
  • Recovery86
  • Reactions90
  • Hold-up Play–
  • Aerial Duels84
  • Aggression60

Mental 88.5

  • Big-Game Temperament88
  • Leadership86
  • Selflessness82
  • Concentration91
  • Determination92
  • Tactical Discipline92

Career 82.8

  • Consistency94
  • Longevity99
  • Achievements69
  • Durability92
  • Loyalty60

Profile

Born
18 September 1949
Height
183 cm
Foot
Right
Career
1966–1997
Prime
1977-1990

Club career

  • 1966–1974 Leicester City
  • 1974–1977 Stoke City
  • 1977–1982 Nottingham Forest
  • 1982–1987 Southampton
  • 1987–1992 Derby County
  • 1992–1995 Plymouth Argyle
  • 1995–1995 Wimbledon
  • 1995–1995 Bolton Wanderers
  • 1995–1996 Coventry City
  • 1996–1996 West Ham United
  • 1996–1997 Leyton Orient

Honours

European Cup / Champions League 2

1979 Nottingham Forest · 1980 Nottingham Forest

League title · Football League First Division Nottingham Forest 1

1977–78

UEFA Super Cup 1

1979

League Cup 1

1978–79

Community Shield 2

1971, 1978

PFA Players' Player of the Year 1

1977–78

Trophy illustrations: Wikimedia Commons

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