All articles tagged with #goals
Patrick Kane scored his 500th NHL goal, showcasing his continued offensive prowess through advanced metrics like high-danger and midrange shots, power-play time, and supporting cast chemistry, contributing significantly to the Detroit Red Wings' resurgence this season.
The article features a compilation of the best football goals scored in 2025, including notable strikes by Declan Rice and Gabriel Martinelli, celebrating a year of impressive performances.
Kylian Mbappé matched Cristiano Ronaldo's record with 59 goals in a calendar year, expressing admiration for Ronaldo and celebrating his achievements on his birthday, while also emphasizing his commitment to Real Madrid and their upcoming season goals.
Erling Haaland has become the fastest player to score 100 goals in the Premier League, reaching the milestone in just 111 games, and has joined the league's '100 club', with potential to challenge the all-time top scorer Alan Shearer's record.
Alex Ovechkin became the first NHL player to score 900 goals, achieving this milestone with the Washington Capitals, and joining an elite group of players in hockey history.
Viktor Gyokeres ended a goal drought with two goals in Arsenal's 4-0 win over Atletico Madrid, boosting team morale and demonstrating his value to the squad, which has contributed to Arsenal's strong season start and unbeaten Champions League run.
Erling Haaland scored twice in Manchester City's 3-0 victory over Manchester United, reaching 50 goals in his home Premier League games, and is considered to be performing better than during City's Treble-winning season, with his scoring rate and all-around play drawing high praise and comparisons to record-holders like Alan Shearer.
Danny Musovski has experienced a remarkable turnaround this season, going from a goal drought and injury struggles last year to scoring a career-high 10 MLS goals, including two braces in recent games, helping the Seattle Sounders achieve their highest-scoring eight-game stretch in club history with diverse goal scorers and a resilient team effort.
Lauren James played a pivotal role in England's 4-0 victory over the Netherlands at Euro 2025, scoring two impressive goals and showcasing her potential as a global star, with high praise from teammates and analysts for her talent and impact.
Midweek MLS matches featured dramatic late goals and comebacks, with Atlanta United, Philadelphia Union, and other teams making notable performances. Alexey Miranchuk led Atlanta's comeback, Kai Wagner scored a late winner for Philadelphia, and Lionel Messi reached a club milestone for Inter Miami. Houston Dynamo achieved their first road win, and Stefan Frei's goalkeeping helped Seattle secure a victory. The Matchday 16 Team of the Matchday highlights these standout moments.
Alex Ovechkin has become the oldest player in NHL history to lead the league in goals, achieving this milestone with a minimum of 10 goals.
Alex Ovechkin, at age 39, leads the NHL in goals after scoring a hat trick, with Connor McMichael currently in second place.
The Washington Capitals' top-line trio continued their impressive performance by scoring two goals, leading the team to a 3-2 victory over the Nashville Predators.
The $170 Adidas Fussballliebe soccer ball, used in Euro 2024, is being credited for a surge in spectacular goals due to its design favoring strikers. The ball, made from sustainable materials and equipped with smart technology, enhances accuracy and assists VAR decisions, though it poses challenges for goalkeepers.
Alex Ovechkin scores his 837th and 838th career goals in a 6-2 victory over the New Jersey Devils, marking his 8th goal in the last 8 games. Ovechkin's first goal showcased his signature shot, while his second came on a power play. With 838 career goals, he now trails Wayne Gretzky by 56 in the chase for the NHL's all-time goals record. Ovechkin has 16 goals on the year and is on a nine-game point streak, recording 21 points in his last 18 games.