Football is a sport that is full of amazing goals, but some stand out above the rest.
These are the 10 best goals of all time, in no particular order:
1. Diego Maradona (1986)
This goal is widely considered to be the greatest goal of all time. Maradona picked up the ball in his own half, dribbled past five English players, and then rounded goalkeeper Peter Shilton to slot home. It was a goal of individual brilliance and skill, and it helped Argentina to win the 1986 World Cup.
2. Marco van Basten (1988)
This goal is another one that is often cited as the greatest goal of all time. Van Basten received a long pass from Ruud Gullit, and with his first touch, he volleyed the ball into the top corner of the net from an acute angle. The goal was unstoppable, and it helped the Netherlands to win the 1988 European Championship.
3. Zinedine Zidane (2002)
This goal is simply breathtaking. Zidane received a pass from David Beckham, and with his right foot, he hit a volley from outside the box that flew into the top corner of the net. The goal was a perfect example of Zidane’s vision, technique, and power, and it helped Real Madrid to win the 2002 Champions League final.
4. Lionel Messi (2007)
This goal is a testament to Messi’s dribbling ability and his finishing ability. Messi picked up the ball in his own half, dribbled past four Getafe players, and then curled a shot into the top corner of the net. The goal was a solo effort, and it is one of the best goals that Messi has ever scored.
5. Cristiano Ronaldo (2018)
This goal is simply incredible. Ronaldo received a cross from Marcelo, and with his right foot, he hit a bicycle kick from outside the box that flew into the top corner of the net. The goal was a perfect example of Ronaldo’s athleticism, technique, and power, and it helped Real Madrid to win the 2018 Champions League final.
6. Dennis Bergkamp (2002)
This goal is a work of art. Bergkamp received a pass from Freddie Ljungberg, and with his first touch, he controlled the ball with his chest. He then turned his defender and chipped the ball over goalkeeper Shay Given. The goal was a perfect example of Bergkamp’s touch, skill, and vision.
7. Wayne Rooney (2011)
This goal is a testament to Rooney’s overhead kick ability. Rooney received a cross from Nani, and with his back to goal, he hit an overhead kick that flew into the top corner of the net. The goal was a perfect example of Rooney’s athleticism, technique, and power.
8. Robin van Persie (2011)
This goal is simply stunning. Van Persie received a long pass from Alex Song, and with his right foot, he hit a volley from outside the box that flew into the top corner of the net. The goal was a perfect example of Van Persie’s technique, power, and vision.
9. Zlatan Ibrahimović (2012)
This goal is another one that is often cited as the greatest goal of all time. Ibrahimović received a long pass from Sebastian Larsson, and with his back to goal, he hit a no-look bicycle kick that flew into the top corner of the net. The goal was a perfect example of Ibrahimović’s athleticism, technique, and skill.
10. Gareth Bale (2014)
This goal is a testament to Bale’s pace and finishing ability. Bale picked up the ball in his own half, dribbled past four Barcelona players, and then curled a shot into the bottom corner of the net. The goal was a solo effort, and it helped Real Madrid to win the 2014 Copa del Rey final