Archives for October 2011
Johan Cruyff goal – Ajax v Helmond – Eredivisie 1982
The wonderful Dutch international scored a host of superb goals for Ajax, but the strike below will be remembered as one of his most famous. With …
Marco Fabian goal – Chivas vs Barcelona – Friendly 2011
When Barcelona travelled to the USA for a pre-season tour, they expected a fairly easy ride – but Marco Fabian had other ideas. After the ball …
Mikael Nilsson goal – PSV v IFK Goteborg – Champions League 1993
In what will surely be remembered as one of the best free-kicks of all time, Mikael Nilsson produced a moment of magic in 1993. Standing over …
Ray Houghton goal – Ireland v Italy – World Cup 1994
Ray Houghton was known throughout his career as a man capable of great things, with the strike below a fine example of that. With the ball …
James McFadden goal – Scotland v France – Euro 2008 qualification
No-one gave Scotland much of a hope when they faced France, but James McFadden had other ideas. Picking up the ball outside the area, he fires …
Hugo Almeida goal – Porto vs Inter Milan – UEFA Champions League 2005
Portuguese striker Hugo Almeida is widely known for his power in the air, not for his free-kick ability, but he certainly broke the mould here. From …
Claudio Lopez goal – Valencia vs PSV – UEFA Champions League 1999
Valencia winger Claudio Lopez was considered to be one of the finest wingers in the game in the late 1990’s and hit 21 league goals …
Mickey Walsh goal – Blackpool vs Sunderland – Division One 1975
The following strike from Mickey Walsh was voted as Goal of the Season in 1975. Having picked the ball up on the right-hand side of the …
Matthew Burrows goal – Glentoran vs Portadown – Carling Premiership 2010
Matthew Burrows shot to fame in 2010 with the following strike. After the ball was crossed into the area, Burrows twists and somehow diverts the ball …
