Discover the rare group of six goalkeepers who scored goals in the English Premier League history.
Scoring goals is the ultimate job of forwards, but a select group of goalkeepers has managed to find the net at the opposite end of the pitch during the history of the English Premier League.
The official Premier League platform recently highlighted this exclusive club, detailing how six unique shot stoppers achieved the rare feat since the competition started, according to information published by punchng.
From dramatic late equalizers to long-range wind-assisted efforts, these moments remain some of the most unforgettable highlights in English football history.
Peter Schmeichel starts the goalkeeper scoring trend
Aston Villa goalkeeper Peter Schmeichel became the absolute first player in his position to score in the competition when he found the net against Everton in 2001.
Schmeichel rose bravely at the back post and expertly volleyed home from a corner kick, etching his name into English football history forever.
Brad Friedel and Paul Robinson join the scoring club
American goalkeeper Brad Friedel became the second Premier League goalkeeper to score when he netted for Blackburn Rovers against Charlton Athletic in 2004.
Friedel scored a dramatic late equalizer from directly inside the box, showcasing unexpected scoring instincts during a tightly contested fixture.
Three years later, Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper Paul Robinson scored one of the most unusual goals by any player in the competition.
Robinson delivered a long-range free-kick against Watford in 2007 that bounced awkwardly over goalkeeper Ben Foster and directly into the back of the net.
Tim Howard and Asmir Begovic score from long distance
Everton goalkeeper Tim Howard scored an incredible goal from inside his own half against Bolton Wanderers in 2012.
With the helpful aid of strong wind conditions, Howard launched a long-range effort that travelled over Bolton goalkeeper Adam Bogdan.
Stoke City goalkeeper Asmir Begovic scored against Southampton in 2013, finding the net just 13 seconds into the start of the match.
The effort, struck powerfully from his own half, travelled the entire length of the pitch and sailed over Southampton goalkeeper Artur Boruc.
This remarkable strike was officially recognized at the time as the longest goal ever scored in professional football history.
Alisson Becker secures late winner for Liverpool
Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson became the sixth Premier League goalkeeper to score when he headed home a dramatic 95th minute winner against West Bromwich Albion in 2021.
His unforgettable header helped Liverpool secure a crucial victory in their intense pursuit of vital Champions League qualification spots.
From Schmeichel, Friedel, Robinson, Howard, and Begovic to Alisson, these six goalkeepers remain part of the rarest scoring club in English football.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many goalkeepers have scored in the Premier League?
Exactly six goalkeepers have achieved the rare feat of scoring a goal in the English Premier League since its inception.
Who was the first goalkeeper to score in the Premier League?
Aston Villa goalkeeper Peter Schmeichel was the first, scoring a volley against Everton in 2001.
Which goalkeeper scored the fastest goal in the Premier League?
Stoke City goalkeeper Asmir Begovic scored against Southampton in 2013 just 13 seconds into the match from his own half.
