What was unique about Kawaguchi's style of goalkeeping?
Always played barefoot
Never wore gloves
Used cap in sunny matches
Flamboyant dives
Answer
Kawaguchi's flamboyant dives were his distinctive goalkeeping style. His signature move, the'Kamikaze save', involved a daring leap and an outstretched body to block shots. This high-risk, high-reward approach often resulted in stunning saves and made him a fan favorite. Despite criticism for occasional errors, his impact on Japanese soccer was undeniable, inspiring a generation of aspiring goalkeepers to embrace a more dynamic and audacious style of play.
Guarding the Goal: The Yoshikatsu Kawaguchi Trivia Challenge
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