The World Cup is the pinnacle of football excellence, where players from all around the globe come together to showcase their talents and inspire generations. And with such a high-stakes competition at hand, it’s no surprise that some of the most unforgettable moments in sports history have taken place on its fields. From breathtaking saves to incredible teamwork, we’ve seen it all – but nothing quite compares to those iconic goals that leave us speechless every time we watch them. So without further ado, let’s take a trip down memory lane as we explore some of the best goals in World Cup history!
2014: James Rodriguez
In the 2014 FIFA World Cup, James Rodriguez scored what is widely considered to be one of the best goals in World Cup history. In the Round of 16 matches against Uruguay, Rodriguez controlled a pass from teammate Juan Cuadrado with his chest before volleying the ball over Uruguayan goalkeeper Fernando Muslera and into the back of the net. The goal helped Colombia defeat Uruguay 2-0 and advance to the quarter-finals of the tournament.
Rodriguez’s goal was nominated for the FIFA Puskás Award, which is given to the player who scores the “most beautiful” goal of the year. Ultimately, Rodriguez finished third in voting for the award behind Portuguese forward Cristiano Ronaldo and Colombian striker Jackson Martínez.
2018: Kylian Mbappe
2018: Kylian Mbappe
Kylian Mbappé Lottin is a French professional footballer who plays as a forward for Paris Saint-Germain and the France national team. Considered one of the best players in the world, he is known for his finishing, dribbling, and speed.
Mbappé began his senior career with Monaco, making his professional debut in 2015 and winning Ligue 1 Young Player of the Year in 2016. He signed for Paris Saint-Germain in 2017 for a fee of €145 million, making him the most expensive teenager ever. In his first season at PSG, Mbappé won Ligue 1 and was named to the 2018 FIFA World Cup Team of the Tournament after scoring four goals in seven appearances as France won the tournament. A year later, he helped PSG win a domestic treble of Ligue 1, Coupe de France, and Coupe de la Ligue; he also scored 32 goals across all competitions, becoming PSG’s all-time leading scorer in a single season.
2010: Diego Forlan
In 2010, Diego Forlan scored a beautiful goal against Ghana in the World Cup. Forlan received the ball from a pass and took a touch to control it before shooting. The ball sailed over the goalkeeper’s head and into the back of the net.
This goal was significant because it helped Uruguay advance to the knockout stage of the World Cup. It was also Forlan’s second goal of the tournament, making him one of Uruguay’s top scorers.
2014: Lionel Messi
In 2014, Lionel Messi scored a stunning goal against Iran in the World Cup. The Argentine forward dribbled past several defenders before firing a shot into the top corner of the net. The goal was hailed as one of the best goals in World Cup history. If you’re a fan of Italian football and want to keep up with the latest news, analysis, and highlights, be sure to check out Calcio Show.