<![CDATA[Football is a sport involving complex movement demands that may increase the risk of injury, particularly among young athletes who are still undergoing physical and biomechanical development. Goalkeepers have unique movement characteristics, including jumping, landing, lateral movement, changes of direction, and diving, which require optimal movement quality and foot function. This study aimed to analyze the relationship between functional movement quality and flat foot with a history of lower-extremity injuries among young goalkeepers. Functional movement quality was assessed using the Functional Movement Screen (FMS), while flat foot was evaluated based on the characteristics of the medial longitudinal arch of the foot. A history of lower-extremity injury was used as an outcome variable to describe previous injury experiences among the athletes. This study employed a quantitative approach with an analytical observational design. Relationship analysis was conducted to examine the association between functional movement quality, flat foot, and a history of lower-extremity injuries. Conceptually, poor movement quality and altered foot structure may affect neuromuscular control, balance, stability, and lower-extremity biomechanics, which may be associated with injury occurrence. This study is expected to provide information regarding functional and biomechanical factors that should be considered in injury screening and prevention programs for young goalkeepers.]]>
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