Major League Soccer, even though not one of the most popular leagues in the world has produced some World Class goalkeepers and we will take a look at the best ones. The likes of Tim Howard, Brad Friedel, Tony Meola and many others are from the US. United States have consistently churned out world class goal keepers over the years.It is quite difficult a nab a starting position at the Leagues best teams and that might just be the reason there are quite a few talents in the goalkeeping position in the MLS. We look at some of the best goalkeepers in the MLS at the moment.
#5 Sean Johnson
This young goalkeeper has been a superb goalkeeper between the posts for Chicago Fire. His athletic displays and a talent to get to low shots has guaranteed him a position in this list at number five.
Even though he is wild card in this list, he has still has many years left and as the years go by he can climb higher in this list.
#4 Dan Kennedy
Dan Kennedy, the 31 year old veteran has been one of the lone bright spots in the Chivas USA team. He has quick reflexes and reaches to the lower corners with ease. He is surely one of the best goal keepers in the MLS.
He has been criticized for giving away goals, but that may be due to the fact that team in front of him is not the best.
#3 Donovan Ricketts
The Jamaican, Donovan Ricketts is one of the most important players for Portland Timbers. He is the captain of the Jamaican football team and has also been named as the MLS Goalkeeper of the Year twice (2010 and 2013).
At 6’4” he is a colossus in front of goal and has a big athletic frameset. He is fearless in front of goal and produces saves that are instrumental in keeping the Timbers in the hunt for playoffs.
#2 Julio Cesar
This Brazil International player with 77 caps for the nation comes in at number two only because of the relatively less number of matches he has played in the MLS.
Having been the main man between the posts for Brazil , Inter Milan as well as QPR before joining the Toronto FC on loan, Cesar has the best resume for a goal keepers in this list.
#1 Nick Rimando
This 34-year-old veteran is known for his sometimes unusual technique and for his remarkable reflex saves from short distances. He is an important part of Salt Lake City’s possession based football as he his good with the ball at his feet.
Despite a lack of height, he has great timing to pick out crosses and is a superb shot blocker.
