VIDEO: From Schmeichel to Alisson, six goalkeepers with EPL goals

Schmeichel, Friedel, Robinson, Howard, Begovic and Becker | Gemini/Tosin Oyediran

Goalkeepers are primarily tasked with keeping the ball out of their own net, but six have achieved the rare feat of scoring at the other end in the Premier League.

The official Premier League platform recently highlighted the exclusive group, featuring six goalkeepers who have found the net in the competition since its inception, PUNCH Online reports on Monday.

Aston Villa goalkeeper Peter Schmeichel became the first when he scored against Everton in 2001.

Schmeichel rose at the back post and volleyed home from a corner to become the first goalkeeper to score in the Premier League.

Five other goalkeepers have since joined the exclusive club.

2. Brad Friedel

Friedel became the second Premier League goalkeeper to score when he found the net for Blackburn Rovers against Charlton Athletic in 2004.

The American goalkeeper scored a late equaliser from inside the box.

3. Paul Robinson

Three years later, Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper Paul Robinson scored one of the most unusual goals by a goalkeeper in the competition.

Robinson’s long-range free-kick against Watford in 2007 bounced over goalkeeper Ben Foster and into the net.

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4. Tim Howard

Everton goalkeeper Tim Howard scored from inside his own half against Bolton Wanderers in 2012.

With the aid of the wind, Howard’s long-range effort travelled over Bolton goalkeeper Ádám Bogdán and into the net.

5. Asmir Begović

Stoke City goalkeeper Asmir Begović scored against Southampton in 2013, finding the net just 13 seconds into the match.

The effort, struck from his own half, travelled the length of the pitch and went over Southampton goalkeeper Artur Boruc.

The goal was recognised at the time as the longest in professional football.

6. Alisson Becker

Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson became the sixth Premier League goalkeeper to score when he headed home a 95th-minute winner against West Bromwich Albion in 2021.

His goal helped Liverpool secure a crucial victory in their pursuit of Champions League qualification.

From Schmeichel’s volley for Aston Villa to Alisson’s late header for Liverpool, the six goalkeepers remain part of one of the Premier League’s rarest scoring clubs.

Tosin Oyediran is a journalist with Punch Newspapers, bringing over eight years of newsroom experience to his coverage of politics, health, advocacy, sports, and entertainment. Known for sharp interviews and human-centered reporting, his work focuses on public accountability, civic issues, and the stories shaping everyday lives.