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When you think of Real Madrid legends, goalscorers like Cristiano Ronaldo, Raul, and Karim Benzema come to mind. But what about those who keep the goals out?
Goalkeepers often don’t get the recognition they deserve. But today, we’re ranking the top 10 best goalkeepers who have played for Real Madrid since the club’s inception in 1902.
We’ll consider numerous factors, such as trophy success, legacy, and impact. Let’s get right into it, starting with a legendary goalie who had two spells with Los Blancos.
The late Antonio Betancort joined Real Madrid from Las Palmas in 1961. However, he failed to make a first-team appearance and left for Deportivo La Coruna the following year. 12 months later, he returned to Real Madrid.
Betancort, who was considered a safe pair of hands, remained with the Los Blancos until 1971. He made over 160 appearances for the club and won various trophies, including five La Liga titles.
German goalkeeper Bodo Illgner joined Real Madrid from FC Koln, where he made 378 appearances in 1996. During his first season with the club, Illgner played 46 matches and helped secure the La Liga title.
He lost his place in the team the following season but was recalled in time for the 1-0 triumph against Juventus in the 1998 UEFA Champions League final. Illgner retired in 2001 after making 119 appearances for Los Blancos.
Ricardo Zamora, considered one of the best goalkeepers of his generation, played for Real Madrid from 1930 to 1936. The former Spain international won three La Liga titles and two Copa del Rey trophies with Los Blancos.
Fans fondly remember Zamora for his incredible last-minute save in the closing stages of the 1936 Copa del Rey final against his former club, Barcelona. Real Madrid won that game 2-1.
Garcia Remon came through Real Madrid’s youth ranks and made his first-team debut in 1970. He ended up making over 200 appearances for the …
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