Top 5 Greatest FIFA World Cup Goals of All Time
The FIFA world cup has produced some of the most legendary moments in all of football and while trophies define champions, unforgettable goals define generations. From long range screamers to solo dribble ones, here are the top five greatest goals in the FIFA world cup:
No greatest list begins anywhere else, in the 1986 world cup quarterfinals , Maradona produced arguably the greatest solo goal in football history. He picked up the ball in his own half, Maradona dribbled past five English players before calmly making a goal. The goal showcased balance, vision, speed, and genius in a matter of seconds. It became the defining moment of Argentina’s World Cup triumph.
James Rodriguez announced himself to the world with a volley in the round of 16. He received the ball with his chest outside the box, after which he turned and smashed a left-footed strike off the crossbar and into the net. The technique was nearly perfect and the goal later won the FIFA Puskás Award.
Diego Maradona, Argentina vs England (1986)
No greatest list begins anywhere else, in the 1986 world cup quarterfinals , Maradona produced arguably the greatest solo goal in football history. He picked up the ball in his own half, Maradona dribbled past five English players before calmly making a goal. The goal showcased balance, vision, speed, and genius in a matter of seconds. It became the defining moment of Argentina’s World Cup triumph.
James Rodríguez, Colombia vs Uruguay (2014)
James Rodriguez announced himself to the world with a volley in the round of 16. He received the ball with his chest outside the box, after which he turned and smashed a left-footed strike off the crossbar and into the net. The technique was nearly perfect and the goal later won the FIFA Puskás Award.
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