If you could design the PERFECT team goal, it would look exactly like Brazil's fourth against Italy in the 1970 Final. Eight players touched the ball in a breathtaking passing sequence, and captain Carlos Alberto THUNDERED a right-foot shot into the corner. It sealed Brazil's third World Cup, and it is widely considered the greatest goal in World Cup HISTORY. The beautiful game at its most beautiful!
Country: Brazil Opponent: Italy Year: 1970 Round: Final Score: Brazil 4-1 Italy Minute: 86'
The Moment
- The goal involved eight Brazilian players in a mesmerizing passing sequence across the pitch
- Pele laid off the final pass with a casual sidefoot, and Carlos Alberto arrived at full speed
- The captain smashed a right-foot thunderbolt into the bottom corner past Albertosi
- It sealed a 4-1 victory in what is considered the greatest World Cup Final performance ever
- FIFA, journalists, and fans consistently vote this as the greatest team goal in World Cup history
The Verdict
Carlos Alberto's thunderbolt was the absolutely PERFECT ending to the PERFECT World Cup campaign by the PERFECT team. The passing, the movement off the ball, the finish — every single element was pure world-class brilliance. Pele's impossibly casual layoff and Alberto's explosive right-foot strike combined to create a goal that defines what football should be at its very best. THE greatest team goal ever scored!
Tomorrow: #5 — Stay tuned for the next legendary goal!
