Being a goalkeeper in a soccer match requires a completely different skill set than any other position on the pitch. For a start they have to wear Goalkeeper Gloves to protect their hands from the sting of the football. They also wear a different kit so that they stand out and are not confused with other members of their team.

It is as much a mental difference as it is a physical one. Goalkeepers are on their own and know that one mistake can result in a conceding of a goal and potentially the loss of the game. Although still a member of the football team, they are isolated from a lot of the banter as they have to stand so far away from it.

A normal team will only have 3 goalkeepers in total so there are not many people in the same situation to discuss problems and techniques with which can be hard.