Is this the greatest World Cup goal of all time? 🤔 #football #puskas #jamesrodriguez #worldcup #goal

If a header is meant to precisely cushion the ball, then this world-class goal from James was a pre-meditated series of combo moves. He watches the ball come to his chest. The next step is already forming in his mind. Before the ball even makes contact, his focus is already impatiently on the next move. He cushions the ball on his chest, perfectly absorbing the force. Simultaneously, he's already started raising his arms to generate power. As the ball slowly drops, it lines up perfectly with the back swing of his left leg. James works to adjust his body into the perfect posture, controlling the trajectory of his swing. Keeping his upper body pressed down is the key factor in not skying the shot. The entire combo is executed in one fluid motion, leaving the opponent no time to react. This is the ultimate display of a top-tier field for the ball.