Thomas N'Kono

Cameroon · Goalkeeper · Gen 1 · Pelé & Maradona · Peak 1979-1990

Explosive, spring-heeled shot-stopper who raised Africa's profile in goal

67.5OVR#49 of 90 goalkeepers

Goalkeeping, outfield and career attributes, position-weighted. Ranked among goalkeepers.

Category averages

  • Goalkeeping82.4
  • Speed19.2
  • Shooting–
  • Passing–
  • Ball Control–
  • Movement15.2
  • Football IQ71.5
  • Defending Skill–
  • Physical71.7
  • Mental82.7
  • Career79.8

Top 10 attributes

  1. Diving93
  2. Reflexes93
  3. Reactions91
  4. Recovery90
  5. Longevity90
  6. Loyalty90
  7. One-on-Ones88
  8. Agility88
  9. Big-Game Temperament88
  10. Determination88

All 73 attributes

Goalkeeping 82.4

  • Diving93
  • Handling82
  • Reflexes93
  • GK Positioning84
  • One-on-Ones88
  • Commanding Area86
  • Kicking72
  • Distribution68
  • Sweeping76

Speed 19.2

  • Top Speed55
  • Acceleration60
  • Dribbling Speed–
  • Top Speed with Ball–
  • Knock-on & Run–
  • Change of Pace–

Shooting –

  • Finishing–
  • Shot Power–
  • Long Shots–
  • Volleys–
  • Curve–
  • Penalties–
  • Heading–
  • Direct Free Kicks–
  • Shooting Creativity–
  • Acrobatics–

Passing –

  • Short Passing–
  • Long Passing–
  • Through Balls–
  • Crossing–
  • Link-up Play–
  • Vision–
  • Set-Piece Delivery–

Ball Control –

  • Dribbling–
  • Possession–
  • First Touch–
  • Skills & Tricks–
  • Weak Foot–
  • Press Resistance–

Movement 15.2

  • Off-the-Ball Movement–
  • Runs in Behind–
  • Attacking Positioning–
  • Anticipation76
  • Recovery Runs–

Football IQ 71.5

  • Decision Making84
  • Spatial Awareness82
  • Game Management78
  • Tactical Creativity42

Defending Skill –

  • Defensive Positioning–
  • Marking–
  • Interceptions–
  • Standing Tackle–
  • Sliding Tackle–
  • Offside Trap–

Physical 71.7

  • Strength74
  • Stamina76
  • Agility88
  • Balance82
  • Recovery90
  • Reactions91
  • Hold-up Play–
  • Aerial Duels86
  • Aggression58

Mental 82.7

  • Big-Game Temperament88
  • Leadership80
  • Selflessness76
  • Concentration86
  • Determination88
  • Tactical Discipline78

Career 79.8

  • Consistency82
  • Longevity90
  • Achievements55
  • Durability82
  • Loyalty90

Profile

Born
20 July 1955
Foot
Right
Career
1974–1994
Prime
1979-1990

Club career

  • 1974–1982 Canon Yaoundé
  • 1982–1990 Espanyol
  • 1990–1991 Sabadell
  • 1993–1994 Bolívar

Honours

Continental title 1

1984 Africa Cup of Nations

CAF Champions League 2

1978, 1980

African Footballer of the Year 2

1979, 1982

Trophy illustrations: Wikimedia Commons

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