Goals of the year 2025: dazzling skills, acrobatics and sublime strikes
In a season marked by incredible feats of athleticism and skill, one thing is certain - football fans will be talking about these moments for years to come. From the sublime to the ridiculous, here are some of the goals that have left us speechless.
For Mamelodi Sundowns' Lucas Ribeiro, it was as simple as driving a train through Borussia Dortmund's defense before coolly slotting past Gregor Kobel at the Club World Cup. Meanwhile, Tottenham loanee Jamie Donley's shot from halfway down the pitch cannoned off the bar and into the net for an own goal against Manchester City in January.
But it wasn't all about the long rangers. Kévin Rodrigues' effort for Kasımpaşa against Rizespor was a masterclass of dip, and Jordyn Bugg's screamer from 40 yards out gave Seattle Reign all hope against North Carolina Courage.
In other words, there were goals aplenty this season, each one more breathtaking than the last. But what really sets them apart is the skill and technique on display. Take Kévin Rodrigues' strike for example - it's a goal that requires precision and power, and Rodrigues delivers both in spades.
Of course, no season would be complete without some sublime strikes. Ángel Di María, now with boyhood club Rosario Central, rolled back the years to score a late free-kick winner in the derby against Newell's Old Boys. Meanwhile, Micky van de Ven's dazzling solo effort for Tottenham was the talk of the town.
But what really stands out is the creativity and imagination on display. From Lizbeth Ovalle's ridiculous scorpion kick for Tigres to Pedro de la Vega's outrageous volley for Seattle Sounders, these goals are a testament to the ingenuity and flair of modern footballers.
As we look ahead to 2025, one thing is certain - there will be more moments like this. More goals that leave us speechless, more strikes that inspire awe. And as football fans, we can't wait to see what's in store for us next season.
In a season marked by incredible feats of athleticism and skill, one thing is certain - football fans will be talking about these moments for years to come. From the sublime to the ridiculous, here are some of the goals that have left us speechless.
For Mamelodi Sundowns' Lucas Ribeiro, it was as simple as driving a train through Borussia Dortmund's defense before coolly slotting past Gregor Kobel at the Club World Cup. Meanwhile, Tottenham loanee Jamie Donley's shot from halfway down the pitch cannoned off the bar and into the net for an own goal against Manchester City in January.
But it wasn't all about the long rangers. Kévin Rodrigues' effort for Kasımpaşa against Rizespor was a masterclass of dip, and Jordyn Bugg's screamer from 40 yards out gave Seattle Reign all hope against North Carolina Courage.
In other words, there were goals aplenty this season, each one more breathtaking than the last. But what really sets them apart is the skill and technique on display. Take Kévin Rodrigues' strike for example - it's a goal that requires precision and power, and Rodrigues delivers both in spades.
Of course, no season would be complete without some sublime strikes. Ángel Di María, now with boyhood club Rosario Central, rolled back the years to score a late free-kick winner in the derby against Newell's Old Boys. Meanwhile, Micky van de Ven's dazzling solo effort for Tottenham was the talk of the town.
But what really stands out is the creativity and imagination on display. From Lizbeth Ovalle's ridiculous scorpion kick for Tigres to Pedro de la Vega's outrageous volley for Seattle Sounders, these goals are a testament to the ingenuity and flair of modern footballers.
As we look ahead to 2025, one thing is certain - there will be more moments like this. More goals that leave us speechless, more strikes that inspire awe. And as football fans, we can't wait to see what's in store for us next season.