The Top 5 Goalkeepers of the Century so Far

#1 Gianluigi Buffon

Arsenal v Paris Saint Germain - International Champions Cup 2018

The grandfather of modern football has been producing consistently world class displays for two decades. He may have shown his greatest skills in his early Juventus days, but his ability to stay at the top level, for a goalkeeper, has been astonishing.

With no notable career low point, Buffon has been a loyal servant to Italian football both domestically and for the national side. Even the hardest part of his career- Juve's relegation to Serie B after a financial scandal in 2006- only embellished his long career. The determination he showed to help the club regroup to find their place back amongst Europe's elite has gained him legend status amongst Juventus fans, and huge respect in the footballing community.

His amazing longevity has made Juve's purchase of him in 2001 for €52m look a bargain, whilst his 175 caps for Italy is a European record. Not to mention he was between the sticks when Italy beat France on penalties to win the 2006 World Cup in Germany. A masterful and classy player, Buffon is the very best in the 21st century.