The World Cup is the biggest sports event in the World. The current edition is not disappointing as well, with incredible games in just a couple of days playing in competition.
Today we are going to take a look at 3 solo goals that absolutely changed the game forever, either by purely shocking the crowd or bringing attention to a hidden gem.
Let’s check the latest World Cup picks, stats, injury reports, and World Cup predictions. We’ve plenty of World Cup expert picks for you to consider.
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Saeed aka “Maradona of the Arabs” takes matters into his own hands
Normally fans associate incredible dribbling skills with “main” football nations such as Brazil, Argentina, Spain, and England. Nevertheless, the World Cup has provided the spotlight for hidden gems to appear and receive a rightful ovation. This is the case of Saeed Al-Owarian.
Saeed Al-Owarian ran through the entire midfield, splitting players to then be faced with 2 defenders, most players would pass the ball right there however Saeed continued right between both of them. Now, there was only one player left to beat, the goalkeeper, which he absolutely demolished in spectacular fashion as he slid into power kick the ball over the keeper and into the top right corner.
In 1994, Saeed Al-Owarian scored what most fans believe to be the second-best solo goal in World Cup history, only topped by another entry in this list. Al-Owarian, was one of the absolute underdog nations to participate in that year’s World Cup. That nation is Saudi Arabia, attending its first-ever World Cup competition.
The goal came against a tough opponent, Belgium, who showed defensive resilience by keeping a clean sheet in their first 2 games. However, this time around, Al-Owarian dribbled with ease around the entire Belgian defense, as he went on a miraculous solo run. It was poetry in motion, as he swiftly balanced both his dribbling and speed passed defenders, with no sign of stopping.
What’s most interesting is that Al-Owarian could have had a second goal in a similar fashion but sadly did not put the ball in the back of the net, as he made another incredible run into the box but couldn’t simply finish the job. Nevertheless, after this game, the entire world knew who Saeed Al-Owarian was.
Al-Owarian became an instant superstar in his home nation and was nicknamed, “Maradona of the Arabs.” He was in a lot of commercials and won awards for his football play, which all happened thanks to that goal.
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Bergkamp’s magnetic dribbling solo goal
Some dribbles and techniques can only be described as art in motion, and Dennis Bergkamp was one if not the best technical player the world has ever seen.
Dennis Bergkamp’s goal in the dying minutes of regular time in the 1998 quarter-finals was a goal that showcased his ability to the fullest. The match was played in Marseille against Argentina and seemingly was about to end 1-1, until Bergkamp decided to explode the entire stadium in awe.
The entire play started out with Frank de Boer hitting a long ball through the midfield that looked like it was nothing more than a clearance. However, somehow, it turned out to be a sensational pass that hit Bergkamp in full sprint barely inside of the penalty box.
His first touch seemed like he had a ball magnet placed on his feet, as the ball glued into his dribble. Humans are not technically supposed to have that kind of dexterity with their feet. The touch was so perfect that he was able to get past defender Roberto Ayala by cutting inside in one swift turn.
This left Bergkamp 1 versus 1 with the keeper, Carlos Roa, as he finished the solo run with ease. He kicked the ball with the outside of his foot right into the top left corner. It was a flawless execution all around, and considering the time of the game this came, it continues to be one of the clutch moments in World Cup history.
On this day in 1998, Dennis Bergkamp did this… pic.twitter.com/21Ley9coj6
— 90s Football (@90sfootball) July 4, 2022
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Maradona’s half-field solo run
What’s the most known moment in World Cup History and technically the best goal we have ever seen? That is of course Diego Armando Maradona’s, half-field goal against England.
The solo run happened in the second half of the quarterfinal against England in the 1986 World Cup.
Maradona’s moment of brilliance came just moments after arguably the most controversial goal in football history, “The Hand of God”. England was still extremely angry as they were absolutely certain that the ball did touch Maradona’s hand in order to enter the back of the net.
Nevertheless, the second goal left the world in silence and for all the right reasons. Even the English national midfielder, John Barnes, later stated that after the second goal it took all of his power to stop himself from standing off the bench and celebrating the goal. It was just that incredible.
Maradona picked up the ball in his own half and headed straight for the goal. It didn’t matter how many Englishmen were in his way, they weren’t going to stop him. Maradona weaved in and out of defenders as if they weren’t even there. It looked as if the ball was glued to his foot.
Member after member of England’s squad tried to push the ball away from him, but there was no success. Finally, Maradona was in front of the goal against Peter Shilton, who was defeated by the Argentinian magician. Maradona sprinted around the goalie and managed to barely slide the ball into the back of the net. Argentina was screaming in joy after this, to the point that it caused the Argentina caster, Victor Morales, to start crying on the spot.
There was no factor of luck about the goal compared to the first one. It was pure and absolute brilliance. In the World Cup, some superstars seem to disappear compared to their potential. That was not the case in 1986 for Maradona who showed everyone his true talent.
Maradona’s goal against England is seen by fans as the best moment in the history of the World Cup.
The World Cup is the biggest sports event in the World. The current edition is not disappointing as well, with incredible games in just a couple of days playing in competition.
Today we are going to take a look at 3 solo goals that absolutely changed the game forever, either by purely shocking the crowd or bringing attention to a hidden gem.
Let’s check the latest World Cup picks, stats, injury reports, and World Cup predictions. We’ve plenty of World Cup expert picks for you to consider.
-
Saeed aka “Maradona of the Arabs” takes matters into his own hands
Normally fans associate incredible dribbling skills with “main” football nations such as Brazil, Argentina, Spain, and England. Nevertheless, the World Cup has provided the spotlight for hidden gems to appear and receive a rightful ovation. This is the case of Saeed Al-Owarian.
Saeed Al-Owarian ran through the entire midfield, splitting players to then be faced with 2 defenders, most players would pass the ball right there however Saeed continued right between both of them. Now, there was only one player left to beat, the goalkeeper, which he absolutely demolished in spectacular fashion as he slid into power kick the ball over the keeper and into the top right corner.
In 1994, Saeed Al-Owarian scored what most fans believe to be the second-best solo goal in World Cup history, only topped by another entry in this list. Al-Owarian, was one of the absolute underdog nations to participate in that year’s World Cup. That nation is Saudi Arabia, attending its first-ever World Cup competition.
The goal came against a tough opponent, Belgium, who showed defensive resilience by keeping a clean sheet in their first 2 games. However, this time around, Al-Owarian dribbled with ease around the entire Belgian defense, as he went on a miraculous solo run. It was poetry in motion, as he swiftly balanced both his dribbling and speed passed defenders, with no sign of stopping.
What’s most interesting is that Al-Owarian could have had a second goal in a similar fashion but sadly did not put the ball in the back of the net, as he made another incredible run into the box but couldn’t simply finish the job. Nevertheless, after this game, the entire world knew who Saeed Al-Owarian was.
Al-Owarian became an instant superstar in his home nation and was nicknamed, “Maradona of the Arabs.” He was in a lot of commercials and won awards for his football play, which all happened thanks to that goal.
-
Bergkamp’s magnetic dribbling solo goal
Some dribbles and techniques can only be described as art in motion, and Dennis Bergkamp was one if not the best technical player the world has ever seen.
Dennis Bergkamp’s goal in the dying minutes of regular time in the 1998 quarter-finals was a goal that showcased his ability to the fullest. The match was played in Marseille against Argentina and seemingly was about to end 1-1, until Bergkamp decided to explode the entire stadium in awe.
The entire play started out with Frank de Boer hitting a long ball through the midfield that looked like it was nothing more than a clearance. However, somehow, it turned out to be a sensational pass that hit Bergkamp in full sprint barely inside of the penalty box.
His first touch seemed like he had a ball magnet placed on his feet, as the ball glued into his dribble. Humans are not technically supposed to have that kind of dexterity with their feet. The touch was so perfect that he was able to get past defender Roberto Ayala by cutting inside in one swift turn.
This left Bergkamp 1 versus 1 with the keeper, Carlos Roa, as he finished the solo run with ease. He kicked the ball with the outside of his foot right into the top left corner. It was a flawless execution all around, and considering the time of the game this came, it continues to be one of the clutch moments in World Cup history.
On this day in 1998, Dennis Bergkamp did this… pic.twitter.com/21Ley9coj6
— 90s Football (@90sfootball) July 4, 2022
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Maradona’s half-field solo run
What’s the most known moment in World Cup History and technically the best goal we have ever seen? That is of course Diego Armando Maradona’s, half-field goal against England.
The solo run happened in the second half of the quarterfinal against England in the 1986 World Cup.
Maradona’s moment of brilliance came just moments after arguably the most controversial goal in football history, “The Hand of God”. England was still extremely angry as they were absolutely certain that the ball did touch Maradona’s hand in order to enter the back of the net.
Nevertheless, the second goal left the world in silence and for all the right reasons. Even the English national midfielder, John Barnes, later stated that after the second goal it took all of his power to stop himself from standing off the bench and celebrating the goal. It was just that incredible.
Maradona picked up the ball in his own half and headed straight for the goal. It didn’t matter how many Englishmen were in his way, they weren’t going to stop him. Maradona weaved in and out of defenders as if they weren’t even there. It looked as if the ball was glued to his foot.
Member after member of England’s squad tried to push the ball away from him, but there was no success. Finally, Maradona was in front of the goal against Peter Shilton, who was defeated by the Argentinian magician. Maradona sprinted around the goalie and managed to barely slide the ball into the back of the net. Argentina was screaming in joy after this, to the point that it caused the Argentina caster, Victor Morales, to start crying on the spot.
There was no factor of luck about the goal compared to the first one. It was pure and absolute brilliance. In the World Cup, some superstars seem to disappear compared to their potential. That was not the case in 1986 for Maradona who showed everyone his true talent.
Maradona’s goal against England is seen by fans as the best moment in the history of the World Cup.
