All goalkeeper shorts and socks

What can you find in the goalkeeper shorts and socks selection?

This page brings together two product categories: goalkeeper shorts and goalkeeper socks. You'll find plain designs meant for training, padded shorts to protect your hips during dives, and shorts in the club colours of teams like FC Barcelona, PSG, Liverpool, Arsenal, Chelsea, Tottenham, AS Monaco, or Manchester United. On the sock side, the selection includes both plain pairs and designs featuring a club's colours, available in both children's and adult sizes.

Padded shorts or classic shorts: how to choose?

The choice depends on how often and how you play. A classic short, like the Uhlsport Goalkeeper Tights or the Hummel essential gk shorts, is suitable for regular training and technical sessions. A reinforced short, like the padded compression short Gisix, the Hummel Padding shorts, or the Reusch Soft Padded compression shorts, provides more protection for the hips and lower back during repeated dives in matches. There are also compression shorts, closer to cycling shorts, for goalkeepers looking for extra muscle support.

Goalkeeper tops and shorts: related pages

If you're kitting out a goalkeeper from head to toe, these pages complement each other:

• Goalkeeper jerseys, which can be paired with shorts and socks for a complete outfit, whether for a fan version or training.

You can also return to the Fans page to find all the products related to goalkeepers.

What brands offer goalkeeper shorts and socks?

The catalogue features brands that specialise in goalkeeper equipment, such as Uhlsport and Reusch, as well as general sports brands like Nike, adidas, Hummel, Macron, and Errea. The models branded with a club, such as PSG, FC Barcelona, Liverpool, or Arsenal, reflect the home or away colours of the team in supporter versions.

Child or adult: what size to choose?

Several shorts in the selection are available in children's sizes, such as the child goalkeeper short FC Barcelona, the child goalkeeper short Arsenal, or the child goalkeeper short Chelsea FC. For adults, the sizes follow standard sportswear sizing. If you're in doubt between two sizes, it's best to refer to the size guide of each brand, which may vary slightly from one manufacturer to another.

When can you find the best deals on goalkeeper shorts and socks?

Prices and discounts change throughout the sales events. To make sure you don’t miss out, it's easiest to keep an eye on the dedicated sections of the site: the sales, clearance, good deals, and special offers. Key times to look out for in the year are Black Friday, the holiday season, winter sales, and the French Days in spring. The release of new collections, visible on the new arrivals page, is also a good time to spot incoming models. For urgent orders, the 24-hour dispatch page gathers the items available quickly.

Frequently asked questions

Do you need to wear specific shorts to play as a goalkeeper?

A goalkeeper short is not mandatory but it does offer real benefits: padded models protect the hips during dives, unlike a standard player short. However, many amateur goalkeepers play without any issues wearing standard shorts.

Are goalkeeper socks different from player socks?

Technically, the socks sold in this selection are not fundamentally different from player socks: they mainly differ in colours and logos, matching those of the goalkeeper jersey of a club. So the choice is primarily based on team and colour.

Can you wear padded shorts every day for training?

Yes, a padded short like the Hummel Padding or Reusch Soft Padded short can be worn daily. Some goalkeepers prefer to keep the padding for matches and sessions with a lot of diving, using a lighter model for technical training without contact.

How can you tell if a child's goalkeeper short fits well?

Each brand publishes its own size guide, with correspondences based on age or size in centimeters. Since cuts vary from one brand to another, it's best to check this guide before ordering rather than relying solely on the age indicated.

Can you buy a short and socks from the same club?

Yes, several clubs like PSG, FC Barcelona, or Liverpool are represented with both shorts and socks in this selection, allowing you to create a matching outfit with the corresponding goalkeeper jersey.