LONDON, MARCH 31: Diego Maradona's second goal against England in the 1986 World Cup quarterfinal -- following his infamous `hand of God' opener -- has been voted the greatest goal of all time. Footballers past and present selected their three favourite goals and the Argentinian's effort was the runaway winner.The top ten greatest goals of all time
1. Diego Maradona, Argentina vs England (World Cup 1986); 2. Marco Van Basten, Holland vs USSR (European Championship 1988); 3. David Beckham, Wimbledon vs Manchester United (premiership 1996-97); 4. Carlos Alberto, Brazil vs Italy (World Cup 1970); 5. Trevor Sinclair, Queen's Park Rangers vs Barnsley (FA cup 1996-97); 6. Roberto Carlos, Brazil vs France (Le Tournoi 1997); 7. Geoff Hurst, England vs West Germany (World Cup 1966); 8. Pele, Brazil vs Italy (World Cup 1970); 9. Ronnie Radford, Hereford vs Newcastle (FA Cup 1971-72). 10. John Barnes, Brazil vs England (Friendly 1984).
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