When you think of free-flowing, attacking football teams, you immediately think of Brazil in 1970. Winning a World Cup is difficult, but doing so while scoring goals for fun is even harder.
Brazil vs Italy, FIFA World Cup 1970, Mexico
In 1970, Brazil made it look easy against some of the best players in the world, and Pele was their star. Pele’s goal against Italy in 1970 is one that fans will never forget, as he leapt onto the end of a cross from a teammate.
He leapt over the Italian defenders as if they were not even there, despite the fact that they were among the best in their field, and scored past their helpless goalkeeper to put his team ahead. Pele’s most spectacular goal showed off his acrobatic talent and speed.
Brazil vs Romania, FIFA World Cup 1970, Mexico
There is no doubt that Pele outdid himself in the 1970 World Cup. While he had many great seasons at both the club and international levels, he was at his finest in this tournament, as illustrated by his goal total. Fans will still watch the free kick he scored against Romania on YouTube or any other site where the video can be found.
He positioned himself to take the free kick, placed the ball on the edge of the penalty area, and then unleashed a powerful outside-of-the-foot shot past the helpless goalkeeper.
Santos vs Benfica, 1962
It was a match to be remembered for a long period of time. Pele’s goal against Benfica is among the best you’ll ever see. When you see him take the ball for the first time, take a touch to beat one defender, and then storm into the box to smash the ball into the net, you can appreciate his dynamism. For many years, Pele was impossible to defend, and this goal exemplifies why he was such a nightmare for defenders.
Brazil vs Sweden, FIFA World Cup 1958, Sweden
Pele’s feats as a 17-year-old in that 1958 World Cup was something that was unthinkable. Pele’s goal for Brazil against Sweden in 1958 stunned everyone in the stadium.
Pele entered the penalty area, outjumping a defender to chest it, then clips it over the head of another defender before slotting it past the goalkeeper. Any great player from any era would be proud to score such a goal. Even the modern greats Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi would regard such a goal as one of the best they could ever score.
Pele, the legend who wowed the world, dies
Santos vs Atletico Juventus, 1959
When asked about his best goal, Pele frequently mentions the one he scored for Santos against Atletico Juventus in 1959. One disadvantage is that no footage of this goal exists, so we must rely on the memories of those who were present during the game.
Pele was 18 years old at the time, and he controlled a cross from the wing. He then lifted the ball over three helpless defenders, never allowing the ball to touch the ground, and slotted it into the empty net.
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