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Yamal and Rice Nominated for 2025 Puskás Award

11/14/2025

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Summary

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Lamine Yamal (Barcelona) is nominated for the 2025 FIFA Puskás Award for his left-footed curling goal against Espanyol last season.
Declan Rice (Arsenal) is nominated for his free-kick against Real Madrid in the Champions League.
The awards recognize the best goals scored between August 11, 2024, and August 2, 2025.
Voting for the awards ends on December 3, 2024.
Winners are announced later in November.

History

Historical Context

Established in 2009, the FIFA Puskás Award honors the best goal scored in a calendar year, named after legendary striker Ferenc Puskás. The inaugural winner, Cristiano Ronaldo, received the award for a stunning 40-yard free-kick. The award emphasizes individual talent in football, influencing player recognition and competition, while also inspiring future generations in the sport.

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Story summary

Lamine Yamal (Barcelona) is nominated for the 2025 FIFA Puskás Award for his left-footed curling goal against Espanyol last season.
Declan Rice (Arsenal) is nominated for his free-kick against Real Madrid in the Champions League.
The awards recognize the best goals scored between August 11, 2024, and August 2, 2025.
Voting for the awards ends on December 3, 2024.
Winners are announced later in November.

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