Goalkeeper Gloves for Women — sizes and cuts
TL;DR: Goalkeeper gloves do not have 'women's' or 'men's' versions — they are sized. Female goalkeepers most often wear size 6-8 (hand circumference 20-23 cm). For narrow hands, the cut is better Negative (Varis) — fits tighter. For wider bones → Roll Finger+ (Invictus). Measuring with a tailor's tape is the same as for men.
Are there 'women's' goalkeeper gloves
No. In the professional category, there is no gender distinction — gloves are chosen to palm circumference, not to female/male anatomy. A brand that writes 'women's goalkeeper glove' usually just sells a smaller size (6-7) with a pink and white print.
At Football Masters: every model (Varis, Invictus) is universal — sizes 6-11 available for everyone. The size chart is the same.
Most common sizes for female goalkeepers
Data from FM orders 2024-2026 show the distribution for women:
| FM Size | % of women's orders | Hand Circumference |
|---|---|---|
| 6 | 18% | 18-19 cm |
| 7 | 42% | 20-21 cm |
| 8 | 28% | 22-23 cm |
| 9 | 10% | 24 cm |
| 10+ | 2% | >25 cm |
For comparison, sizes 9-10 are dominant among men (60% of orders).
Conclusion: adult female goalkeeper most often = size 7 or 8. Always measure with a tape measure — it takes 2 minutes, saves a return.
Measurement method (identical to men's)
- Tailor's tape (or string + ruler).
- Palm circumference at the widest point, without thumb, hand relaxed.
- cm = size (20 → 7, 22 → 8, etc.).
- Between sizes → larger.
Full Instructions: How to measure goalkeeper glove size.
Which cut for a female goalkeeper
The cut is finger stitching method + latex fit to hand. This is more important than the 'femininity' of the glove.
Negative cut (FM Varis):
- Deteriorates tighter — latex closer to the hand, less slack
- Good for narrow, long fingers (common in many women)
- Requires precise sizing — more challenging when between sizes
- Improved ball feel for low catches
Roll Finger+ cut (FM Invictus):
- Latex "wrapped" around the finger — larger grip surface
- Good for wider hands / shorter fingers
- More forgiving with a slightly incorrect size
- More versatile for beginners
Recommendation for female goalkeepers 7-8:
- You have slender fingers, narrow hand → Varis X (size 7) or Varis X PRO (size 7)
- You have wider hand or just starting out → Invictus X (size 7-8) — more forgiving
What to avoid (common mistakes)
- “I'm buying for my son/daughter, so it fits my other hand too.” — no, an adult hand has a different size than a junior hand, always measure.
- “Color / pattern first” — latex performs regardless of color; first choose the cut + size, then aesthetics.
- “I'll take size 8 because others have it” — every hand is different. 2 minutes of measurement > 14 days for returns.
- Match glove for daily training — X PRO foam will wear out in a month. For a goalkeeper training 3×/week → X (Giga Grip), match gloves only for the top league.
FAQ
“Does glove weight make a difference?” → Small. FM Invictus 7 weighs approx. 250g, Varis 7 approx. 240g. Perceived difference: minimal.
“My hand is 19.5 cm — size 6 or 7?” → 7. Always larger in the middle of the range.
“I play indoors and outdoors, is one pair enough?” → Yes, with 1-2 training sessions per week. Giga Grip handles both surfaces. Remember: latex on indoor courts (harder ball, abrasive floor) wears out faster — rotate.
'Name / number print — OK?' → Yes, FM offers personalization. Note: personalized glove non-returnable, so measure your size BEFORE you order.