How many syllables in goalkeeper?

There are 3 syllables in the word goalkeeper.

How to pronounce goalkeeper:

goalkeeper (noun):: the soccer or hockey player assigned to protect the goal.; a player who defends the goal in any of various games (such as hockey, lacrosse, or soccer)

goalie

goaltender

ice-hockey player

keeper

netkeeper

netminder

soccer player

stopper

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