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Top 10 Greatest World Cup Goals Ever Scored
The FIFA World Cup is football's greatest stage, and these goals are its greatest moments. From Maradona's 60-metre run in 1986 to Archie Gemmill's mesmerising solo effort in 1978, these strikes defined tournaments and careers.
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Frequently asked questions
Who scored the greatest World Cup goal of all time?
Many lists rank Diego Maradona's solo run against England in 1986 as the greatest, though other contenders include Maxime Bossi's bicycle kick in 1938 and Esteban Cambiasso's 26-pass team goal in 2006.
What criteria are used to determine the top 10 greatest World Cup goals?
The ranking typically considers technical difficulty, importance of the match, historical context, uniqueness, and the goal's impact on the tournament's legacy.
How many bicycle kicks are usually in the top 10 greatest World Cup goals?
Notable bicycle kicks that frequently appear include those by Maxime Bossi (1938), Klaus Fischer (1982), and Hugo Sánchez (1986?), but the exact count varies by list.
Is Maradona's 'Hand of God' goal included in the top 10 greatest goals?
No, the 'Hand of God' is infamous for being an illegal handball, so it is typically excluded; instead, Maradona's second goal in that same 1986 match is the one celebrated as a top 10 goal.
Which recent World Cup goals have been added to the top 10 lists?
Recent additions often include James Rodríguez's volley for Colombia in 2014, and occasionally Kylian Mbappé's second goal in the 2018 final, though lists vary.
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