The best goals of the 2022 World Cup

It’s safe to say the 2022 World Cup will go down as one of the best tournaments in history.

The Qatar edition had a little bit of everything: drama, chaos, tension, excitement and a whole lot of worldies.

Here’s a look at the best goals from the 2022 World Cup.

This was a special moment and a truly special goal.

The first of many major surprises at this World Cup was Salem Al-Dawsari absolute worldie against Argentina in the opening round of fixtures, securing a shock 2-1 victory for Saudi Arabia.

Responding to doubts over his ability to lead the line for a bona-fide contender, Richarlison pulled out this acrobatic effort in Brazil’s early victory over Serbia.

Vinicius Junior’s cross is nice but that finish is just something else entirely.

Lionel Messi‘s class was on show throughout this tournament, beginning with this arrowing effort from range against Mexico.

He would end up missing out on the Golden Boot, but to be honest, we don’t really think he cares right now.

While the Netherlands exited Qatar feeling disappointed, one man who should not be sad is the in-demand Cody Gakpo, whose transfer value has only jumped up because of his scoring exploits.

He netted in all three of his side’s group games, with this rocket against Ecuador the pick of the bunch.

Switzerland kept Brazil quiet for nearly the entire 90 minutes of their group game, only for a moment of magic from Casemiro of all people to break their hearts.

The Manchester United midfielder was a creative force in Qatar but his biggest trick was pulling this scorching strike out of his sleeve.