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Goles más rápidos en la historia de los Mundiales

Discover the fastest goals ever scored in FIFA World Cup history. This list compiles the breathtaking strikes that left fans stunned by their sheer speed. From explosive starts to unexpected plays, explore the moments when the ball hit the net in the blink of an eye. Ideal for football enthusiasts and those interested in historical World Cup statistics.

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  1. Hakan Sukur's Goal (2002 World Cup) cover
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    Hakan Sukur's Goal (2002 World Cup)

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    • Fastest goal in World Cup history

    This goal is remarkable for its speed, having been scored just 11 seconds into the match. It stands as the fastest goal in FIFA World Cup history, a record that has endured since 2002.

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  2. Václav Mašek's Goal (Czechoslovakia vs. Mexico) cover
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    Václav Mašek's Goal (Czechoslovakia vs. Mexico)

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    • Scored a goal after only 16 seconds

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    This goal is famous for being the fastest in FIFA World Cup history for 40 years. It was scored by Václav Mašek just 16 seconds into the match between Czechoslovakia and Mexico at the 1962 World Cup, setting a speed milestone in the tournament.

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  4. Ernst Lehner's Goal (Germany vs. Austria) cover
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    Ernst Lehner's Goal (Germany vs. Austria)

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    • Scored in 24 seconds

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    This goal was scored 25 seconds into the 1934 World Cup third-place match, setting a record as the fastest goal in World Cup history at that time. Its speed and the context of a decisive match make it an iconic moment in global football.

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  6. Bryan Robson's Goal vs France (Spain 1982) cover
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    Bryan Robson's Goal vs France (Spain 1982)

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    • Scored one of the fastest goals in World Cup history

    This goal was scored just 27 seconds into the match between England and France at the 1982 FIFA World Cup. Its extreme speed makes it one of the earliest goals ever recorded in World Cup history, a remarkable milestone in international football.

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  7. Clint Dempsey's Goal (USA vs. Ghana) cover
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    Clint Dempsey's Goal (USA vs. Ghana)

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    • Fifth-fastest goal in World Cup history

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    This goal was scored just 29 or 30 seconds into the match, making it the fifth-fastest goal in FIFA World Cup history. It also stands as the fastest goal ever scored by a US player in a World Cup, cementing its place in the tournament's records.

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  9. Adalbert Deșu's Goal (Romania vs. Peru, 1930) cover
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    Adalbert Deșu's Goal (Romania vs. Peru, 1930)

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    • Scored in 50 seconds

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    This goal was scored by Adalbert Deșu just 50 seconds into the match between Romania and Peru at the 1930 World Cup. Its speed made it the fastest goal in World Cup history for a long period, and it remains the quickest goal scored by a team on their World Cup debut.

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  11. Alphonso Davies' Goal (Canada) vs. Honduras (2025) cover
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    Alphonso Davies' Goal (Canada) vs. Honduras (2025)

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    • Fastest goal to date at Qatar 2022

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    This goal was scored just 68 seconds into the match, making it the fastest goal of the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Furthermore, it was Canada's first-ever goal in the men's World Cup history, a significant milestone for the nation.

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Frequently asked questions

This ranking evaluates goals scored in the shortest possible time from the start of a match in the history of the FIFA World Cups.
The position in the ranking is determined by the time recorded from kick-off until the moment the ball crosses the goal line, with the shortest times occupying the top positions.
This ranking is based on historical and official World Cup data, so users cannot add new goals. However, they can vote for their favorite fast goals or comment on them.
The fastest goal recognized by FIFA was scored by Hakan Şükür of Turkey, at 11 seconds, against South Korea in the 2002 World Cup.

How we built this ranking and what to consider when choosing

Our ranking of the fastest goals in World Cup history is based on the compilation of historical and FIFA-recognized data. The aim is to highlight the impressive skill and speed of players who managed to score almost instantly after the opening whistle.

  • Only goals scored in FIFA World Cup matches are considered.
  • The primary metric is the time elapsed from kick-off to the goal, measured in seconds.
  • Priority is given to data confirmed by official or widely accepted sources in the football world.
  • Users can interact with the ranking by voting for their favorite goals, adding a layer of popularity to historical accuracy.
  • The goal must have been scored in an official FIFA World Cup match.
  • The exact time in seconds from the start of the match until the goal is considered.
  • Goals that have been historically recognized as the fastest by various sources and records are included.
  • The historical relevance and impact of the goal within the tournament context are valued.