Over the years, we have witnessed some truly insane goals that have left us speechless. From bicycle kicks to free kicks, these goals have pushed the boundaries of what we thought was possible on the football pitch. In this article, we will be counting down the 20 craziest goals in football history.
1. Marco van Basten vs USSR (1988)
During the final of Euro 88, Marco van Basten scored a goal that is still talked about to this day. He volleyed the ball from an almost impossible angle, and it ended up in the back of the net. It was a goal that showcased Van Basten’s incredible technique and precision.
2. Zlatan Ibrahimovic vs England (2012)
In a friendly match against England, Zlatan Ibrahimovic scored a goal that is considered one of the best of all time. He lobbed the ball over the goalkeeper from an incredible distance, and it went straight into the net.
3. Diego Maradona vs England (1986)
In the quarterfinals of the 1986 World Cup, Diego Maradona scored a goal that will go down in history. He dribbled past five English players before slotting the ball into the net.
4. Lionel Messi vs Getafe (2007)
Lionel Messi has scored many incredible goals throughout his career, but his goal against Getafe in 2007 is one of the best. He dribbled past the entire Getafe team before scoring.
5. Ronaldinho vs Chelsea (2005)
In a Champions League match against Chelsea, Ronaldinho scored a goal that left everyone in awe. He chipped the ball over the goalkeeper from a tight angle, and it went straight into the net.
6. Wayne Rooney vs Manchester City (2011)
In a Manchester derby, Wayne Rooney scored a goal from the halfway line. It was a stunning strike that left everyone speechless.
7. Roberto Carlos vs France (1997)
In a friendly match against France, Roberto Carlos scored a free kick that defied the laws of physics. The ball curved so much that it ended up in the back of the net.
8. Cristiano Ronaldo vs Porto (2009)
In a Champions League match against Porto, Cristiano Ronaldo scored a goal that showcased his incredible technique. He backheeled the ball into the net, leaving the goalkeeper with no chance.
9. Dennis Bergkamp vs Newcastle (2002)
Dennis Bergkamp scored a goal against Newcastle that is still considered one of the best in Premier League history. He controlled the ball with a single touch before slotting it into the net.
10. David Beckham vs Wimbledon (1996)
David Beckham scored a goal from the halfway line against Wimbledon that is still talked about today. It was a stunning strike that caught the goalkeeper off guard.
11. Papiss Cisse vs Chelsea (2012)
In a Premier League match against Chelsea, Papiss Cisse scored a goal that was almost too good to be true. He volleyed the ball from an incredible angle, and it went straight into the net.
12. Marco van Basten vs FC Den Bosch (1986)
In a league match against FC Den Bosch, Marco van Basten scored a goal that showcased his incredible technique. He volleyed the ball from an almost impossible angle, and it went straight into the net.