The 2026 FIFA World Cup has seen its fair share of exciting matches and impressive performances from goalkeepers around the world. Among the standout performers are Cabo Verde's captain, Vozinha, and South Africa's skipper, Ronwen Williams, who have topped the In-Possession category in the latest FIFA goalkeeper rankings.

Vozinha finished first in the In-Possession category with a rating of 8.03, showcasing his impressive passing and distribution skills. He completed 91 of his 130 passes and recorded 34 completed line breaks during the group stage. His outstanding performance earned him the top spot in this category.

Ronwen Williams, on the other hand, came in second with a rating of 7.64. He completed 102 of his 151 passes, registered 24 completed line breaks, and 16 passes beyond the opposition. Williams also made six saves during the group stage and continued his fine form in the Round of 32 against Canada, where FIFA said he recorded 92 touches and completed 85 passes, the most by a goalkeeper in a World Cup match since 1966.

The top three performers in the Defending the Goal category were led by Paraguay's Orlando Gill, who topped the overall defensive rankings with a rating of 8.26. Gill made 11 saves from 13 shots faced and helped his side finish top of Group B. Switzerland's Gregor Kobel placed second in this category, while Iran goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand completed the top three defensive performers.

As for Vozinha, his impressive performance in the In-Possession category is a testament to his skills and experience as a goalkeeper. Vozinha has been part of the Cabo Verde national team since 2018 and has played in several international tournaments. He has won numerous awards, including the 2022 African Cup of Nations Golden Glove award.

In addition to Vozinha, Williams has also had an impressive tournament. He has been a key player for the South Africa national team since 2019 and has played in several international matches, including the 2022 Africa Cup of Nations.

The FIFA goalkeeper power rankings are a great way to evaluate the contributions of goalkeepers to their team's progress in the tournament. The ratings are based on two key categories: In Possession and Defending the Goal. The In-Possession category assesses the goalkeeper's contributions to build-up play, passing, and distribution, while the Defending the Goal category evaluates their shot-stopping, goal prevention, and other defensive actions.

Key Facts

  • Vozinha (Cabo Verde) – 8.03 in the In-Possession category
  • Ronwen Williams (South Africa) – 7.64 in the In-Possession category
  • Orlando Gill (Paraguay) – 8.26 in the Defending the Goal category
  • Gregor Kobel (Switzerland) – 8.16 in the Defending the Goal category
  • Alireza Beiranvand (Iran) – 7.82 in the Defending the Goal category