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In soccer and futsal games, goalkeepers have an important role to play in keeping the goals from being conceded. Not only does the goal need to be guarded but the goalkeeper also needs to protect himself by using a variety of combat equipment to protect himself from injury. The following are various fixtures for futsal goalkeepers that are usually used.
1. Jersey and pants
The first futsal goalkeeper equipment is a jersey and pants. The goalkeeper is the only person on the team who wears a different color from his team mates. This rule is made to allow players and referees to clearly see where the goalkeeper is. The goalkeeper's uniform usually has special pads over the elbows, chest and shoulders to provide more protection from ball shots that are trying to be blocked.
Apart from clothes, other equipment that is not less important is pants. Pants for goalkeepers are usually of two types, namely long and short. There is usually additional padding on the sides of the thighs and knees to reduce the risk of injury from a hard impact. Clashes often occur not only from shots from the opponent but also when the goalkeeper drops himself while catching the ball in a difficult position.
2.Shin guard
Shin guard is a protective shin pad. Usually placed at least 5 cm below the knee. Shin guard what the goalkeeper wears should be light but able to protect the feet. Usually the type used is one that doesn't have too much cushioning so as not to disturb comfort.
Choose the size shin guard the right one is equally important. Usually this is adjusted to the height of the goalkeeper. The most important thing to pay attention to is choosing shin guard which is able to properly cover the area between the ankle and knee.
3.Knee pad and elbow pad
Knee pad used to protect knees meanwhile elbow pad used to protect the elbow. Both of these protective equipment are used to protect these parts of the body from harsh impacts that can result in injury. In addition, this protective device also helps reduce pain if an impact occurs.
4.Finger tape
Finger tape is commonly used by goalkeepers as a substitute for gloves. Usually used on certain fingers, such as the ring finger and middle finger on both hands or according to the needs and comfort of the goalkeeper.
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Finger tape serves to protect the goalkeeper's fingers from injuries and sprains. Using finger tape helps prevent injury by giving extra cushion to the finger and preventing the finger bone from moving from its normal position (dislocation) when it falls or blocks the ball.
5 socks
Socks are an important attribute for futsal goalkeepers. The socks can protect the goalkeeper's feet from the possibility of getting injured when taking the ball. Usually goalkeepers prefer to use socks that are long enough to cover their knees to avoid blisters.
6. Futsal shoes
The last futsal goalkeeper equipment that is not less important is shoes. Futsal shoes are different from soccer shoes.
Soccer shoes usually have sharp pads to stick the foot into the ground grass. While futsal shoes are usually flat, they can stick either to the surface of synthetic grass or cement fields.
Besides that, the inner soles of futsal shoes are usually quite thick but still soft. Quality futsal shoes are designed to be very light and weigh no more than 230 grams. This is because the game of futsal requires speed and agility in every movement.
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