If you want to see the PERFECT volley, search for Maxi Rodriguez vs Mexico 2006. The Argentine midfielder controlled a long diagonal pass on his chest, let the ball bounce ONCE, and then unleashed an unstoppable left-foot volley into the top corner from 25 yards. The technique was so clean, so pure, that commentators ran out of words. It was extra time, the pressure was immense, and Maxi produced a goal worthy of winning ANY World Cup match!
Country: Argentina Opponent: Mexico Year: 2006 Round: Round of 16 Score: Argentina 2-1 Mexico (AET) Minute: 98'
The Moment
- Rodriguez chested down a long pass and hit a perfectly timed left-foot volley into the top corner
- The goal came in the 98th minute of extra time to put Argentina 2-1 ahead
- It was voted the best goal of the 2006 World Cup by FIFA
- Mexican goalkeeper Oswaldo Sanchez had absolutely no chance despite a full-stretch dive
- The strike eliminated Mexico and sent Argentina into the quarter-finals in Germany
The Verdict
Maxi Rodriguez's volley was the single best goal of the entire 2006 World Cup — and one of the greatest volleys in all of football history. The chest control, the body shape, the timing of the strike — every single element was absolutely perfect. Some goals are good, some goals are great, but this one was a certified MASTERPIECE!
Tomorrow: #22 — Stay tuned for the next legendary goal!
