The Anfield Wrap Andy Heaton: The Shoot Treatment
Nov 26, 2025
In a captivating conversation, Andy Heaton, a longtime Liverpool FC contributor, shares personal stories and insights. He reflects on his memorable meeting with legendary goalkeeper Ray Clemence and discusses Clemence's underappreciated legacy. The dialogue spans goalkeeper presence, selecting favorite players like Steven Gerrard, and even highlights emerging talent in Rui Patrício. Andy's eclectic tastes in music, film, and cooking offer a glimpse into his life outside football, alongside humorous anecdotes about superstitions and unique pre-match meals.
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Meeting Ray Clemence Felt Like Royalty
- Andy Heaton met Ray Clemence twice and treated those meetings like meeting royalty.
- He recalls Clemence as humble and part of Liverpool's ex-player hospitality circuit.
Goalkeeping Is Largely About Presence
- Andy argues goalkeeping is largely about presence and aura, not just height.
- He highlights perception, positioning, and trust from the defence as decisive qualities.
Height Has Trade-Offs For Keepers
- Andy notes very tall keepers can excel in positioning yet struggle with low shots.
- He uses Courtois as an example of near-perfect positioning but occasional issues around the shins.
