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From Messi to Henry - here are the top 10 most viewed goals on Youtube.

talksport.com, 18 November 2021, 14:40
Narrowing down the world's best player is difficult enough, so deciding on a single and greatest goal of all time seems to be an impossible challenge.

Do you go for Cristiano Ronaldo's overhead kick against Juventus in the 2018 Champions League quarter final or Dennis Bergkamp's wonder goal against Newcastle back in 2002, it's not that easy to choose right?

So how about scouring YouTube to find the most watched goals - everyone wants to watch the ultimate volley, a solo effort or team effort.

Let's take a look at which superstars and their famous goal made the top ten.

10. Maxi Rodriguez vs Mexico (2006)

The stunning volley by Argetnina's Maxi Rodriguez in extra time gave his side a 2-1 win against Mexico in the second round of the 2006 World Cup.

The magic by Max moment gained over 3 million views and wraps up the top 10 list.

9. Thierry Henry v Manchester United (2000)

Thierry Henry's fierce volley was more than enough for Arsenal to inflict Manchester United's first league defeat of the 2000/01 season at Highbury. Scenes.

The Arsenal legend's flick and volley is a hit with over 3 million views.

8. Roberto Carlos vs France (1997)

Roberto Carlos' physics-defying free-kick against France in 1997 is still renowned as one of the best goals by the Brazilian.

The free-kick has gathered over 4 million views.

7. Zinedine Zidane v Bayer Leverkusen (2002)

Zinedine Zidane's ridiculous left-footed volley in the 2002 Champions League final against Bayer Leverkusen saw Real Madrid lift the prestige silverware.

One of the most important goals by the French man racked up over 4 million views.

6. Sergio Aguero v QPR (2012)

How can we forget the dramatic 93rd minute goal from Sergio Augero against QPR to seal Manchester City's first Premier League title.

The magnificent strike has over 6 million admirers.

5. Zlatan Ibrahimovic v England (2012)

The Swedish man makes the list yet again with his stunning 30-yard bicycle kick against England in a 2012 friendly - goalie Joe Hart had no chance.

4. Zlatan Ibrahimovic v LAFC (2018)

While thriving at LA Galaxy, Zlatan Ibrahimovic's incredible volley against Los Angeles FC gathered over nine million views - what a strike!

3. David Beckham v Greece (2001)

England's very own David Beckham sits comfortably at third with 16 million views of his pivotal free kick against Greece from which the nation qualified for the 2002 World Cup - a fond memory for millions of English fans.

2. Diego Maradona v England (1986)

The legendary Argentine Diego Maradona is in second with his memorable 'Hand of God' strike against England in 1986 World Cup - which has racked up more than 18 million views.

1. Lionel Messi vs Real Madrid (2017)

Messi's last-gasp finish to secure a 3-2 El Clasico victory with Barcelona sits at number one.

While it wasn't his best goal, him silencing the Bernabeu and celebrating in iconic fashion has seen it garner over 76 million views. Magical.

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