The FIFA World Cup has produced some of the most memorable and spectacular goals in football history. In this article, we will take a look at the best FIFA World Cup goals of all time.
1. Diego Maradona (Argentina vs England, 1986)
Diego Maradona’s ‘Goal of the Century’ against England in the 1986 World Cup is widely considered one of the greatest goals of all time. Maradona dribbled past five England players before scoring the goal, cementing his place as one of the greatest footballers of all time.
2. Carlos Alberto (Brazil vs Italy, 1970)
Carlos Alberto’s goal for Brazil in the 1970 World Cup final is one of the most iconic goals in football history. Alberto scored the goal after a flowing team move that involved all 10 outfield players, capturing the essence of Brazilian football.
3. Dennis Bergkamp (Netherlands vs Argentina, 1998)
Dennis Bergkamp’s goal for the Netherlands against Argentina in the 1998 World Cup is one of the most technically brilliant goals in football history. Bergkamp controlled a long ball with one touch, flicked it past a defender with his second touch, and then finished with his third touch, all in one fluid motion.
4. Pele (Brazil vs Sweden, 1958)
Pele’s goal for Brazil against Sweden in the 1958 World Cup final is one of the most memorable goals in football history. Pele received the ball on the edge of the box, flicked it over a defender’s head, and then volleyed it into the net, announcing himself to the world as a footballing prodigy.
5. Marco van Basten (Netherlands vs Soviet Union, 1988)
Marco van Basten’s goal for the Netherlands against the Soviet Union in the 1988 European Championship final is one of the most spectacular goals in football history. Van Basten scored with a breathtaking volley from an impossible angle, sending the ball soaring into the top corner of the net.
In conclusion, the FIFA World Cup has produced some of the most iconic and spectacular goals in football history. From Maradona’s ‘Goal of the Century’ to Carlos Alberto’s team goal, these goals have captured the imagination of football fans all over the world and inspired a new generation of footballers.
