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Who is the greatest Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper of all time?
Goalkeepers are often relegated to the sidelines of history, and yet many long argued that theirs is the most important role in any football team. With Tottenham's current goalkeeper currently captaining the team, and his predecessors recognised for their superlative playing - who is the greatest Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper of all time?
Pat Jennings was the greatest Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper of all time
Pat Jennings, who was Tottenham goalkeeper from 1964-65 to 1976-77 was dominant when goalkeepers received no protection from referees. Famous for his ability to command his penalty area, he was arguably as good with his feet as he was with his hands. All while subjected to the type of challenges that would be considered assault in the modern game.
- Pat Jennings was named Footballer of the Year by the Professional Footballers Association
- Pat Jennings was Tottenham's goalkeeper for two League Cup wins
- Pat Jennings was Tottenham's goalkeeper for their UEFA win
- Pat Jennings is one of the few goalkeepers to also score a goal for the team
- Tottenham won the FA Cup with Pat Jennings as goalkeeper
- Pat Jennings was named Footballer of the Year by the Football Writers Association
Ted Ditchburn is the greatest Tottenham goalkeeper of all time
Ted Ditchburn, who was Tottenham's goalkeeper from 1946-47 to 1958-59, is a legendary figure in the team's history. Part of Manager Arthur Rowe's "push-and-run" squad, he played alongside other greats including Bill Nicholson.
Hugo Lloris is the greatest Tottenham goalkeeper of all time
This position names Hugo Lloris the greatest Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper of all time. The club's number one since 2012, it argues his pedigree is unmatched—captain of both Spurs and France, and a World Cup champion with his national side.