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15 Greatest Goals in FIFA World Cup History: Quick Facts

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Diego Maradona uses his left hand to punch the ball into the net past England's goalkeeper during the 1986 FIFA World Cup, known as the hand of God goal.
Geoff Hurst's ghost goal
Pavard's goal
Black and white photo of a crowded stadium as Brazilian soccer legend Pele scores a goal during the 1958 World Cup final, helping Brazil win its first title; defenders and the goalkeeper react as the ball heads toward the net.
Animated gif of James Rodriguez in a yellow Colombia jersey scoring a left-footed volley at the World Cup, with players and crowd in the background.
“Goal of the century”
Pure Baggio brilliance
Animated gif of Dennis Bergkamp in an orange Netherlands jersey scoring a goal for the Netherlands against Argentina in the 1998 World Cup, kicking the ball past goalkeeper Carlos Roa.
Richarlison of Brazil performs a mid-air volley to score against Serbia during the FIFA World Cup 2022 Group G match at Lusail Stadium, with Serbian defenders nearby.
Mexico's Manuel Negrete, wearing number 22, lands after scoring a dramatic scissor-kick goal against Bulgaria at the 1986 FIFA World Cup, with players and a cheering crowd in the background.
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