“I enjoyed 13 successful seasons at Anfield, becoming the most decorated goalkeeper in league history. But I believe the match-fixing scandal arose because the press did not like this person they perceived as arrogant and who had a reputation for clowning around in games. Goalkeepers aren't supposed to do that.”

Zimbabwean former professional footballer

Bruce Grobbelaar is a Zimbabwean former professional footballer, born in 1957, best known as a goalkeeper for Liverpool and the Zimbabwe national team. He played for Liverpool from 1981 to 1994 and became widely known for his presence in goal. He was noted for his athletic, acrobatic style, steady confidence, and unusual, flamboyant approach to the position. His willingness to rush out of his area has led later observers to compare him with modern sweeper-keepers.