Flat palm goalkeeper gloves, also known as traditional cut gloves, feature a single piece of material that is attached directly to the glove's backhand. This style was the first cut of goalkeeper glove and it remains popular today. The palm is flat, hence the name, creating a larger surface area for ball contact, enhancing the chance of making saves. They offer a looser fit compared to other cuts and are generally more comfortable and ventilated. This glove design is ideal for goalkeepers who prefer a roomier feel, although it may lack the snug fit and ball control of newer designs.

From the iconic Vapor Grip3 series with its distinctive wraps to the Mercurial Touch Elite and its revolutionary one-piece design, Nike are responsible for some of the most innovative gloves available today.

Their forward-thinking approach has been on show since they first started making gloves in earnest in the 90s, back when Kasey Keller and co were donning the Swoosh, utilising ideas like extending the palm latex to the wrist even then.

You might remember historical favourites such as the T90 Wired, with its distinctive coiled wire protection, and the Confidence, which featured a triple-adjustment customisable setup to help you find the perfect fit. And don’t forget SGT or “Sipe Grip Technology”, laser-etched grooves in the latex that disperse water for improved grip in the wet. Nike were one of the first to anatomically precurve their gloves too, in the form of Bio-Align technology. Development never ends – it’s the eternal search for better performance, and Nike are always right there at the forefront, leading the way.