World Cup Golden Glove finalists announced
By Josh Sanchez
As the 2014 FIFA World Cup comes to an end, the finalists for the tournament’s top awards are being announced. The latest list of finalists announced by FIFA are the top goaltenders vying for the Golden Glove award.
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Among the finalists are Germany’s Manuel Neuer and Sergio Romero of Argentina, who will be taking the pitch for their countries on Sunday afternoon in the World Cup final.
Also on the list of finalists is a CONCACAF standout, but probably not the first name that you would have guessed.
Here are the finalists for the 2014 FIFA World Cup Golden Glove award, via FIFA.com:
"Keylor Navas (CRC)The Levante stopper was arguably Costa Rica’s best player at Brazil 2014, including a match-winning display in the Round of 16 tie against Greece. Making 21 saves in Los Ticos’ five games, he was awarded the Budweiser Man of the Match Award on three occasions. At 26-years-old the best years of his career are firmly ahead of him.Manuel Neuer (GER)The Germany keeper has played in all of the Nationalelf’s six games so far, making 25 saves and completing 202 passes. He’s kept three clean sheets and been a commanding presence for Joachim Low’s side so far. After winning a host of domestic honours, the UEFA Champions League and the FIFA Club World Cup, the FIFA World Cup and the Golden Glove is now in his sights.Sergio Romero (ARG)Penalty shoot-out saves from Ron Vlaar and Wesley Sneidjer sent La Albiceleste into the final, capping a fine tournament for the 27-year-old so far. The Monaco keeper has kept four clean sheets, making 15 saves in Brazil 2014 so far. Brought into international football by Diego Maradona, he has been Argentina’s first choice keeper for five years."
Who do you think will come away with the honor? Sound off in the comments section below with your thoughts and predictions.
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