1. (noun) the soccer or hockey player assigned to protect the goal

• goalkeeper
• goaltender
• netkeeper
• netminder

2. (noun) the defensive position on an ice hockey or soccer or lacrosse team who stands in front of the goal and tries to prevent opposing players from scoring

• goalkeeper
• goaltender
• netkeeper

1. (noun) the soccer or hockey player assigned to protect the goal

• hockey player
• ice-hockey player
• soccer player

2. (noun) the defensive position on an ice hockey or soccer or lacrosse team who stands in front of the goal and tries to prevent opposing players from scoring

• position