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Four Goalkeepers Shortlisted for FIFA's The Best Men's Goalkeeper Award
Thibaut Courtois, Emiliano Martínez, Yassine Bounou, and Alisson Becker in the Running
FIFA has announced the four goalkeepers shortlisted for The Best FIFA Men's Goalkeeper Award 2022:
Thibaut Courtois (Belgium and Real Madrid) was instrumental in Real Madrid's La Liga and UEFA Champions League triumphs, producing several crucial saves in the latter's final against Liverpool.
Emiliano Martínez (Argentina and Aston Villa) was a key figure in Argentina's FIFA World Cup victory, making vital saves in the semi-final penalty shootout against Croatia and the final against France.
Yassine Bounou (Morocco and Sevilla) had a standout performance at the FIFA World Cup, helping Morocco become the first African nation to reach the semi-finals and keeping three clean sheets in the process.
Alisson Becker (Brazil and Liverpool) played a pivotal role in Liverpool's Carabao Cup and FA Cup successes, making crucial saves in both finals. He also kept six clean sheets in the Champions League group stage.
The winner will be announced at The Best FIFA Football Awards ceremony in Zurich on February 27th, 2023.