Following the success of The Safest Hands in Soccer from 1977-1982, Goalkeeper was introduced as a continuation of the story, beginning with Gordon at the twilight of his career. Tragically, Gordon was killed in a plane crash, shifting the focus to his teenage son Rick, who joined the youth team of local rivals Tynefield United before making occasional appearances for the first team. It was revealed later that Gordon’s exploits actually took place in the 1960s. Goalkeeper aired until 1990, with Rick moving on to play for Oakhampton before ultimately returning to his father’s former club, Tynefield City. Gordon Stewart was reintroduced in the 2018 revival of Roy of the Rovers as Melchester Rovers’ goalkeeper.
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