Top 10 world records in football


Fastest Goal in Football History: Clocking in at a mere 2.8 seconds, the record for the fastest goal in football belongs to Nawaf Al Abed of Saudi Arabia. He achieved this remarkable feat while playing for Al Hilal against Al Shoalah in a Saudi Professional League match in 2009.
Most Goals Scored in a Calendar Year: Argentine superstar Lionel Messi holds this jaw-dropping record, having netted an astonishing 91 goals in the year 2012 while playing for Barcelona and the Argentine national team. This feat solidified his status as one of the greatest footballers of all time.
Longest Goal Ever Scored: Asmir Begović, the former Stoke City goalkeeper, etched his name in the record books when he scored from a goal kick against Southampton in November 2013. The ball traveled an incredible distance of 100.5 meters (330 feet) before finding the back of the net.
Most Goals Scored by a Player in a Single World Cup: Just Fontaine of France set an unparalleled record during the 1958 FIFA World Cup held in Sweden. Fontaine's extraordinary goal-scoring prowess saw him net 13 goals in just 6 matches, a record that remains untouched to this day.
Most FIFA World Cup Wins by a Player: Brazilian football legend Pelé stands as the only player to have won the FIFA World Cup on three occasions. Pelé's triumphs came in 1958, 1962, and 1970, cementing his legacy as one of the greatest players in the history of the sport.
Longest Unbeaten Run in Domestic League Matches: A.C. Milan enjoyed an unbeaten streak that spanned an impressive 58 matches in Serie A between May 1991 and March 1993. This remarkable feat remains unmatched in Italian football history.
Most Goals Scored by a Team in a Single Football Match: On December 31, 2002, AS Adema inflicted a crushing 149-0 defeat on Stade Olympique l'Emyrne in a Madagascar league match. However, all of AS Adema's goals were own goals intentionally conceded by Stade Olympique l'Emyrne in protest against refereeing decisions from a previous match.
Oldest Football Club in the World: Sheffield Football Club, founded in 1857 in England, holds the distinction of being recognized as the oldest football club in the world. Its rich history and contributions to the sport make it a revered institution among football enthusiasts.
Largest Attendance at a Football Match: The record for the largest attendance at a football match stands at an astonishing 199,854 spectators. This historic event took place during the 1950 FIFA World Cup final between Uruguay and Brazil at the Maracanã Stadium in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Most Expensive Football Transfer: Paris Saint-Germain shattered the transfer record in 2017 when they signed Brazilian forward Neymar from Barcelona for a staggering €222 million. This eye-watering transfer fee remains unmatched in the world of football.
These world records highlight the extraordinary feats achieved by players, teams, and clubs throughout the rich history of football, captivating fans around the globe with their incredible talent and achievements.

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