Why Choose Zelus Performance?

Zelus Sport goalkeeper gloves are available in four sizes: 8, 9, 10, and Large.

Please refer to our Size Guide to find your perfect fit.

This is very tricky and a bit of a "how long is a piece of string?" question.

• A pro will go through 30+ pairs a season
• The average keeper should expect to use 3-5 pairs
• Young developing keepers can absolutely churn through gloves

How long they last depends on many factors, every keeper's experience will be different depending on:

• Age of keeper
• Technique
• Playing surface
• How they were prepared
• How often they train and play
• If proper glove care is followed
• Volume of saves and how busy your defence is making you!
• Luck

We all hate doing it, but that piece of plastic is what locks in that moisture and beautiful grip during production of our Contact palms. Meaning you can peel and play (although we always recommend a pre-wash with any glove).

Care must be taken when removing the plastic palm covering, check out this handy video below to see the safest way to do so. And be careful not to rush and knick any bits of latex off! But if you do, don't panic, your glove will still perform perfectly until there is no latex physically left.

Pre-Washing Your Goalkeeper Gloves

When you first receive any pair of goalkeeper gloves, it’s important to pre-wash them before use. This essential step activates the grip and ensures your gloves perform at their best from day one.

Why is pre-washing necessary?

Pre-washing helps remove any factory-applied preservatives within the latex. It also opens up the latex's pores, allowing moisture in—this is what truly activates the grip.

How do I activate the grip?

We’ve created a handy glove wash guide to walk you through the full process. The key points: air dry naturally in a stable, room-temperature environment.

How do I know I’ve done it right?

During the wash, you should notice the water turning a yellowish or milky colour—this indicates the preservatives are being released from the latex.

We recommend rinsing and repeating the process once more. If the water runs clear or shows minimal colour change the second time, your gloves are fully prepped and the grip is activated.

Maintaining grip performance

Latex performs best when it’s slightly moist. Dry latex becomes brittle, which increases the risk of flaking and premature wear.

To keep your gloves in top condition: 24 hours before a match.

⚠️ Note: While some players spit on their gloves, we recommend avoiding this. The bacteria and enzymes introduced by saliva can degrade the latex and shorten the lifespan of your grip.

Summary

Keep your latex hydrated, avoid direct heat, and always pre-wash new gloves. With the right care, your Zelus goalkeeper gloves will perform at their peak for longer.

NO! Our shin pads are designed to withstand all weather and conditions. Light scratches on the surface may occur from tackles or being dropped but the picture will never be visually defective.

As soon as Zelus Sport have accepted your cancellation/return, then your bank will cancel the statement or refund your payment. The return will be reflected in your bank immediately.

Zelus Sport – Returns Policy

At Zelus Sport, we want to ensure you have the perfect gloves to meet your needs.

We accept returns under the following conditions:

• Returns must be made within 28 days of purchase. This gives you plenty of time to try on your gloves and ensure they’re right for you.
• Items must be returned in ‘as new’ condition, including the original packaging.
• Personalised gloves cannot be returned.
  Once personalised, gloves cannot be restored to their original state and therefore cannot be accepted.
• Gloves with the protective film removed cannot be returned.

How to Return an Item

If you need to return your gloves, please email contact@zelussport.co.uk with your order reference and the following details:

• Name
• Address
• Glove Model
• Date of purchase
• Reason for return

We’ll then send you a returns form along with return shipping instructions.