Santiago Cañizares

Spain · Goalkeeper · Gen 2 · Zidane & Ronaldinho · Peak 1997-2004

Lightning-reflex keeper who carried Valencia to two Champions League finals

Nicknames Cañi

67.2OVR#52 of 90 goalkeepers

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

Category averages

  • Goalkeeping81.7
  • Speed16.7
  • Shooting–
  • Passing–
  • Ball Control–
  • Movement15.6
  • Football IQ72.5
  • Defending Skill–
  • Physical71.8
  • Mental82.3
  • Career80.0

Top 10 attributes

  1. Reactions94
  2. Reflexes93
  3. Diving90
  4. Recovery90
  5. One-on-Ones88
  6. Agility88
  7. GK Positioning86
  8. Determination86
  9. Longevity86
  10. Loyalty85

All 73 attributes

Goalkeeping 81.7

  • Diving90
  • Handling84
  • Reflexes93
  • GK Positioning86
  • One-on-Ones88
  • Commanding Area80
  • Kicking74
  • Distribution68
  • Sweeping72

Speed 16.7

  • Top Speed50
  • Acceleration50
  • 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 15.6

  • Off-the-Ball Movement–
  • Runs in Behind–
  • Attacking Positioning–
  • Anticipation78
  • Recovery Runs–

Football IQ 72.5

  • Decision Making82
  • Spatial Awareness80
  • Game Management78
  • Tactical Creativity50

Defending Skill –

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

Physical 71.8

  • Strength76
  • Stamina74
  • Agility88
  • Balance82
  • Recovery90
  • Reactions94
  • Hold-up Play–
  • Aerial Duels80
  • Aggression62

Mental 82.3

  • Big-Game Temperament84
  • Leadership80
  • Selflessness80
  • Concentration84
  • Determination86
  • Tactical Discipline80

Career 80.0

  • Consistency84
  • Longevity86
  • Achievements65
  • Durability80
  • Loyalty85

Profile

Born
18 December 1969
Height
181 cm
Foot
Right
Career
1988–2008
Prime
1997-2004

Club career

  • 1989–1990 Elche (loan)
  • 1990–1992 Mérida
  • 1992–1994 Celta Vigo
  • 1994–1998 Real Madrid
  • 1998–2008 Valencia

Honours

European Cup / Champions League 1

1998 Real Madrid

Europa League 1

2004 Valencia

League title · La Liga Real Madrid 2

1994–95, 1996–97

League title · La Liga Valencia 2

2001–02, 2003–04

UEFA Super Cup 1

2004

Olympic gold medal 1

1992

Copa del Rey 2

1998–99, 2007–08

Supercopa de España 2

1997, 1999

Trophy illustrations: Wikimedia Commons

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