115 GLORIOUS ERAS GIANLUIGI BUFFON
115 GLORIOUS ERAS GIANLUIGI BUFFON
Position:
GK
Alt Position:
No ALT
Height:
191 CM
Stamina:
Skill Moves:
Weak Foot:
Stats
Base Stats
Max Stats
145 Diving
142 Positioning
140 Handling
143 Reflexes
136 Kicking
127 Physical
215 Diving
198 Positioning
196 Handling
199 Reflexes
187 Kicking
194 Physical
Work Rate: Medium/Medium
Skill Points [Recommended]:
2x Goalkeeper
2x Shot Stopper
1x GK Passing
Shards: 1,000
Detail Review
Diving
+
Buffon’s diving is elite. He reaches shots most keepers simply can’t, especially low and wide efforts. His stretch and timing make him extremely reliable in one-on-one situations and close-range saves. ((9.6/10))
Reflexes
+
Outstanding reflexes. Buffon reacts instantly to rebounds, deflections, and point-blank shots. He often makes multiple saves in quick succession, keeping his team alive under heavy pressure. ((9.7/10))
Positioning
+
His positioning is top-tier. Buffon reads the game brilliantly, stays calm, and places himself perfectly to narrow shooting angles. This intelligence allows him to save shots without needing flashy movements. ((9.5/10))
Handling
+
Very secure hands. Buffon catches powerful shots cleanly and minimizes rebounds, giving attackers fewer second chances. Under pressure, his handling remains composed and consistent. ((9.6/10))
Height
+
At 191cm, Buffon has excellent reach and aerial command. He dominates crosses, corners, and high shots with authority, giving confidence to the entire backline. ((9.5/10))
Distribution
–
His distribution is serviceable but not elite. Short passes are safe, but long throws and accurate long kicks lack precision compared to modern ball-playing goalkeepers. ((7.6/10))
Final Verdict
Buffon is a classic, elite shot-stopping goalkeeper built on reflexes, positioning, and composure. While his distribution isn’t modern-meta, his presence, consistency, and reliability make him one of the safest and most dependable keepers in the game.
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Disclaimer
Disclaimer: All ratings are given relative to the GK benchmark and may vary depending on playstyle.
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