Dedicated to the Legends of Albanian Goalkeepers!
Legends of goalkeeping!
In terms of comparisons, a skilled goalkeeper is like a ninja, swift and silent in their movements. A wall, impenetrable and unyielding in their defense.
A maestro, orchestrating their team’s defensive efforts with precision and flair
They possess, lightning-quick reflexes, able to leap into action in a split second.
Exceptional agility, swiftly moving laterally and vertically to cover the gate. Excellent judgment, anticipating shots and crosses with ease.
Strong communication skills, directing their teammates and organizing the defense. Unwavering focus, maintaining concentration throughout the match. A fearless attitude, willing to put their body on the line to make incredible saves.
The list of names of Albanian goalkeepers who stood out during the
period 1950 – 1980 is very long, and yet with these photos below, we are
making a dedication to all of them, even those who are not in the photo.
Harold Schumacher and Perlat Musta!
The most prominent Albanian goalkeepers in the years when Albanian football had a wide interest among the public, when the rivalry between teams complete with quality players attracted thousands and thousands of passionate, ardent fans to the stadiums of the districts every Sunday, who, among many other things, were exalted by the spectacular performance of these goalkeepers.
A beautiful performance by the Albanian goalkeeper Muhedini in the next match against West Germany in 1971
Acrobatic saves, leaping and diving to stop seemingly unstoppable shots.
Pinpoint accurate distribution, launching counterattacks with precise throws and kicks. Commanding presence, instilling confidence in their teammates and intimidating opponents!
From the Italian Giacomino POSELLI to Dode TAHIRI, Klani MARJANI, Qemal VOGLI, Sul MALIQATI, Pavlin NDOJA, Koco DINELLA, MUHEDINI; M. JANKU, without forgetting other names that contributed to Albanian Football, especially those before the War (not in the photo), names like: R. GURASHI, Niko DOVANA; A. STERMASI.
Perlat Musta, in one of the most prominent duels of his career!
1989 – Avenir Dani of Vllaznia
During the 80s, other names also appeared, goalkeepers who were also capable, good fit to modern football, who took up the baton and passed it on.
Jani KACI; Perlat MUSTA; Bujar GUGUNJA; Ilir LUARASI; Artur LEKBELLO; Halim MERSINI; Ahmet CUMAKU; Bujar SHARRA, to other equally prominent names such as Gezim Hasku of Beslidhja, Haki ARKAXHIU of Besa, STEFA of Apolonia and Fier, Nesti ARAPI of Flamurtari from Vlorë and undoubtedly continuing with others such as: Gjergj KUSHE from Korca who played for Vllaznia, Genc BOSHNJAKU and Isa SUKAJ from Shkodra; AJAZI of Lokomotiva, GURAJ of Naftetari, SEVO of Traktori…..
Goalkeeper Jani Kaci’s aerial battle in the match against the West Germans in 1981
1989 – Albanian Mersini and Gary Lineker in the match Albania – England played in Tirana!
Spectacular save by goalkeeper Artur Lekbello, hero of the Barcelona- Flamurtari match , played in “Camp Nou”
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By Pjerin Bj
New York: April 16, 2025
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