The Best GK in the Game

In EA Sports FC Mobile, the goalkeeper (GK) position holds significant importance, especially in Division Rivals mode. However, it’s important to note that a goalkeeper’s real-life status as world-class doesn’t necessarily guarantee superior gameplay in the game. Sometimes, less-known goalkeepers may perform exceptionally well in FC Mobile 25.

Mastering the art of scoring goals is crucial, but equally important is the ability to prevent your opponent from finding the back of the net. This underscores the importance of having a skilled goalkeeper on your team. The current meta favors certain goalkeepers over others, and knowing which ones can give your team a competitive edge is vital. If you’re in the market for a new goalkeeper in EA Sports FC Mobile, read on!

Selecting a goalkeeper isn’t just about speed; reflexes, handling, reactions, and positioning are all critical factors that can elevate a goalkeeper to world-class status. However, finding the right goalkeeper for your team will depend on your specific needs and the system you’re running.

Are you in need of a resolute shot-stopper whose sole aim is to prevent the ball from crossing the goal line, or do you prefer a goalkeeper skilled in distribution, capable of delivering long balls over the opposition’s defensive line? Rest assured, there’s a goalkeeper for every style of play out there.

In the previous seasons, one of the advantages of GK was height (and it was too overpowered). We had hoped this wouldn’t be the case for the current season. Unfortunately, it still is.

Goalkeepers with greater height have an advantage in defending shots aimed close to the goalpost, and they excel at intercepting balls that are tossed deep into the penalty area. This is due to their extended reach and ability to cover a larger area within the goal.

Stats that are very important for goalkeepers are Reflexes, Diving, Reactions, Handling, and GK Positioning.

The Reflexes stat indicates the agility of the goalkeeper during a save attempt. Essentially, it measures the speed at which the goalkeeper can react to a shot on goal. A lower Reflexes stat could result in the goalkeeper reacting slower to shots or potentially missing them altogether.

Diving refers to the goalkeeper’s capacity to make a save while leaping through the air. This ability is directly influenced by the player’s height, with taller players generally excelling at diving.

Handling, on the other hand, is a unique attribute for goalkeepers that assesses how cleanly they catch the ball and their ability to maintain possession once it’s caught. Essentially, it measures the goalkeeper’s tendency to catch the ball outright, as opposed to deflecting it away, and their ability to hold onto it securely.

GK Positioning refers to the ability of goalkeepers to correctly position themselves when attempting to save shots. Moreover, it also influences how a goalkeeper responds to crosses, determining their positioning and reaction in these scenarios.

The Best GKs

Here are the best goalkeepers in EAFC Mobile 25.

van der Sar

OVR: 105
Program: Winter Wonders Icon
Height: 197 cm
Weight: 83 kg

Courtois

OVR: 104
Program: Ballon d’Or
Height: 200 cm
Weight: 96 kg

Schmeichel

OVR: 105
Program: Trophy Titans Icon
Height: 193 cm
Weight: 92 kg

Donnarumma

OVR: 102
Program: Ballon d’Or
Height: 196 cm
Weight: 90 kg

Neuer

OVR: 104
Program: Winter Wonders
Height: 6’4″ (193 cm)
Weight: 93 kg

Yashin

OVR: 105
Program: Ballon d’Or Icon
Height: 189 cm
Weight: 82 kg

Buffon

OVR: 103
Program: Anniversary Icon
Height: 192 cm
Weight: 82 kg

Alisson

OVR: 103
Program: Ballon d’Or
Height: 6’4″ (193 cm)
Weight: 91 kg

Howard

OVR: 103
Program: Winter Wonders Hero
Height: 6’3″ (191 cm)
Weight: 85 kg

Martínez

OVR: 102
Program: Trick or Treat
Height: 6’5″ (195 cm)
Weight: 88 kg

Mamardashvili

OVR: 103
Program: Trick or Treat
Height: 6’6″ (199 cm)
Weight: 88 kg

Casteels

OVR: 101
Program: Anniversary
Height: 197 cm
Weight: 86 kg

De Gea

OVR: 101
Program: Anniversary
Height: 192 cm
Weight: 76 kg

Cheap Beast GKs

Looking for an affordable goalkeeper with good gameplay? Check out the cheap beast goalkeeper recommendations below.

These goalkeepers have lower OVR, but their gameplay becomes quite impressive when trained and ranked up.

Name	OVR	Program
Petr Čech	98	Hall of Legends Icon
Milinković-Savić	98	Dynasties
van der Sar	96	TOTY
De Gea	100	Ballon d’Or
Mamardashvili	96	EURO
Kobel	96	TOTS
Alisson	95	TOTS

Please note that all of these goalkeepers need to be Ranked and trained to display their best gameplay. The higher their Rank and Training Levels, the better their gameplay becomes.

You also need to activate their Skills using Skill Points to maximize their stats. Goalkeepers have four types of skills to choose from: Diving, Passing, Shot Stopper (Unlocks after Diving reaches Lvl. 3), and Sweeper Keeper (Unlocks after Passing reaches Lvl. 3). Please read the guide on Skills and Skill Points here.

EA can do buffs or nerfs on goalkeepers in FC Mobile, and EA also always releases new cards along with new events, so the list above can change at any time. We’ll make an effort to regularly update this list of the best goalkeepers in FC Mobile 25.

Also, check the best players in other positions here :

CB	RB	LB
CDM	CM	CAM
RM	LM	RW
LW	CF	ST

Do you have other player recommendations? Feel free to comment below.