Ranking 10 Best Goalkeepers in the World on Current Form (2026/27)

The role of the goalkeeper has become more three dimensional than ever over the last decade. It is not just about shot stopping. You now need to know how to pass from the back, be a sweeper and offer an outlet to your team to be in the best in the world conversations

This season the battle for the title of the world's best number one is fiercer than ever. Based on clean sheets, save percentages, and overall performance this season, here are the top 10 goalkeepers on current form.

10. Diogo Costa (Porto)

The Portuguese number one continues to be the ultimate modern sweeper-keeper outside of Europe's top five leagues.

Diogo Costa has started the 2026/27 Primeira Liga season with elite distribution numbers and multiple crucial penalty saves. He has conceded just twice in his first five league appearances and is showing why the big clubs have been interested in his services.

9. Jordan Pickford (Everton)

Jordan Pickford has been consistent for Everton even with the changing defence in front of him. He has already stopped 0.8 expected goals this season.

The England keeper's elite shot shopping and ability with his feet give the Toffees a calming presence between the sticks.

8. Gregor Kobel (Borrussia Dortmund)

The absolute undisputed savior of Borussia Dortmund's backline. Gregor Kobel has to deal with facing a high volume of high-quality shots, yet his shot-stopping metrics remain elite.

The Swiss number one has already secured two Man of the Match awards in the Bundesliga this season, making 22 saves across his first few matches and keeping his team in touch with the top.

7. Zion Suzuki (Aston Villa)

Aston Villa's new goalkeeper replacement has proven to be great signing to get them back on track. Zion Suzuki has a 75% save rate and also is in the top 10 percent for crosses claimed this season.

The Japanese keeper is hoping to kick on after the international break to help Villa get back into the Champions League race.

6. Alvaro Valles (Real Betis)

One of the main reasons that Real Betis are sat joint second in La Liga has been down to their elite defence and keeper. Alvaro Valles is leading Europe's top 5 leagues in clean sheets with 4 and is saving 82% of the shots he's faced.

The 29 year old is having some late career spotlight on his performances and could be the reason Betis finish in a Champions League spot.

5. Elia Caprile (Cagliari)

Serie A is always a tight title race but I dont think anyone could've predicted that Cagliari are one point off the top with four wins out of five. Having a keeper at the top of his game has definitely been a factor in their success.

Elia Caprile sits on three clean sheets with a 90% save rate performing way over his expected goals. When your a team who doesn't have much of the ball, having a number one you can rely on is a must have.

4. Anthony Lopes (Angers)

Angers are in a relegation scrap this year so getting some points on the board early could be crucial come may.

Ligue 1 vet Anthony Lopes leads the league with 26 saves and already has led the team to 2 wins with a draw to start the season. When taking as much pressure that the Black and Whites will be under, Lopes will need to keep his shot stopping up.

3. Gianluigi Donnaruma (Manchester City)

The Italian behemoth has been a revelation since joining Manchester City last year. He might still have to work on receiving the ball under pressure but he can't be questioned when it comes to protecting his goal.

Two clean sheets for a top side may look like a small number for a top side but Gianluigi Donnarumma's saves has been the reason the Sky Blues have a perfect record so far in the league.

2. Joan Garcia (Barcelona)

Barcelona are already running riot in La Liga this season and it always helps to have someone you can trust at the back. With 90% pass succession, Joan Garcia embodies the La Masia way building from the back and being calm under pressure.

Three clean sheets and a great outlet out the press, Garcia at 25 years old be the solid pair of hands Barca have been missing to take the leap.

1. David Raya (Arsenal)

The Brighton disaster aside, Arsenal have looked formidable at the back conceding only 1 goal in 4 games. David Raya has shown he's not just good with his feet making a penalty save at Sunderland to get the 3 points.

While maybe less to do than other keepers, his responsibility can't be ignored passing through the lines and making saves when needed.

All statistics courtesy of Transfermarkt - correct as of 30/09/2026