1st Best Goal – Diego Maradona’s “Hand of God” and “Goal of the Century”
Diego Maradona’s “Hand of God” goal – During the 1986 FIFA World Cup quarterfinals, Diego Maradona scored an infamous goal for Argentina against England. The first goal he scored was controversial because it involved him punching the ball into the net with his left hand, but it was allowed to stand by the referee. He then scored what is often referred to as the “Goal of the Century” in this game, an incredible individual effort from the halfway line, dribbling past five England players, before scoring past the goalkeeper what is widely regarded as one of the greatest goals of all time.
2nd Best Goal – Lionel Messi’s solo goal against Getafe – In 2007 Copa del Rey Semifinals
Lionel Messi scored a goal that for Barcelona against Getafe that has since been dubbed “The Messi Maradona Goal,” it is considered one of the greatest solo goals in history. He picked up the ball near the halfway line, dribbled past several Getafe defenders, weaving his way through the defense before finishing with a low shot past the goalkeeper.
3rd Best Goal – Marco van Basten’s goal in the 1988 European Championship final
During the final of the 1988 European Championship, Marco van Basten scored a stunning volley for the Netherlands in the 1988 European Championship final against the Soviet Union. With the ball dropping over his shoulder, van Basten struck a swerving, dipping volley from a tight angle that looped over the Soviet goalkeeper and into the far corner of the net with his left foot. The goal is considered one of the best individual goals ever scored and helped the Netherlands win their first major international trophy.
There are many amazing goals that could be added to this list, however the three ones mentioned above are the three bests, nevertheless as an extra source we’ve listed below other two goals worth reviewing.
Carlos Alberto’s goal for Brazil in the 1970 World Cup final against Italy
Brazil won the match 4-1, and their final goal is widely considered one of the best team goals ever scored. After a flowing move involving several Brazilian players, the ball was played to Carlos Alberto, who slammed it into the net with a powerful shot.
Zinedine Zidane’s volley in the 2002 UEFA Champions League final: In this match, Zidane scored a stunning volley for Real Madrid against Bayer Leverkusen. He met a high ball with his left foot and sent it soaring into the top corner of the net.
It’s important to note that there are many other incredible goals that could also be considered among the best of all time, and opinions may vary depending on personal preferences and cultural backgrounds.
