2025 FIFA Puskas and Marta Awards: Celebrating the Most Beautiful Goals in Men's and Women's Football
FIFA has revealed the nominees for the 2025 Puskas and Marta Awards, which honor the most beautiful goals scored in men's and women's football between Aug. 11, 2024, and Aug. 2, 2025. The winners of these awards are determined by a combination of fan votes and FIFA expert panel votes. The shortlisted goals come from various competitions worldwide, showcasing the diversity of talent in football.
Last year, the Puskas Award was won by Alejandro Garnacho for his bicycle kick for Manchester United against Everton. This year's contenders include goals from different leagues and tournaments, with players like Lamine Yamal, Declan Rice, Vivianne Miedema, and Marta vying for the prestigious awards. The shortlist features a mix of stunning goals, from overhead kicks to long-range strikes, highlighting the skill and creativity of the players.
The men's shortlist includes impressive goals like Alerrandro's improvised overhead volley for Vitoria, Deiola's curling finish for Cagliari, and De la Vega's first-time volley for the Sounders. Other standout goals include Montiel's overhead kick for Independiente and Rice's free kick against Real Madrid in the Champions League quarterfinals. Each goal showcases the players' technical ability and flair on the field.
On the women's side, players like Bugg, Caldentey, Cheatley, Cooney-Cross, and Ryong-jong have made it to the Marta Award shortlist with their exceptional goals. From long-range strikes to acrobatic finishes, these goals demonstrate the talent and determination of female footballers. The competition is fierce, with each player showcasing their skill and creativity in finding the back of the net.
The Puskas and Marta Awards celebrate the artistry and beauty of football, recognizing the extraordinary goals scored by players around the world. As fans eagerly await the announcement of the winners, the shortlisted contenders have already left a lasting impression with their remarkable goals. The awards ceremony promises to be a celebration of the talent and passion that make football the beautiful game that it is.