Who is the best African goalkeeper of all time?

Africa has produced world-class goalkeepers who have excelled at the highest levels of club and international football. Who is the greatest African goalkeeper of all time?

1

Essam El-Hadary

Egypt's legendary goalkeeper who became the oldest player in World Cup history at the 2018 tournament, winning four AFCON titles.

2

André Onana

Cameroon and Manchester United's elite modern goalkeeper known for his exceptional reflexes and commanding presence.

3

Joseph-Antoine Bell

Cameroon's flamboyant goalkeeper who starred in the 1982, 1990, and 1994 World Cups across a remarkable international career.

4

Richard Kingson

Ghana's dependable goalkeeper who was a key figure in the Black Stars' 2010 World Cup quarterfinal run.

5

Boubacar Barry

Ivory Coast's long-serving goalkeeper who was the Elephants' first choice across multiple Africa Cup of Nations campaigns.

6

Denis Onyango

Uganda's record-breaking goalkeeper and multiple African Champions League winner with Mamelodi Sundowns.

7

Naby Yattara

Guinea's long-serving goalkeeper and one of the most dependable shot-stoppers in African football history.

8

Itumeleng Khune

South Africa's charismatic goalkeeper and the Bafana Bafana's longest-serving first-choice keeper.

9

Robert Kidiaba

DR Congo's eccentric and acrobatic goalkeeper renowned for his backflip celebrations and outstanding reflexes.