There was a clear winner in this category, with Cech earning almost 13,000 votes and way out in front of second-place Peter Bonetti. Who scored the fastest FA Cup final goal? In second place was a trademark Lampard strike from 2009 (14 per cent) and in third was Drogba's 2007 winner against Manchester United, the first Cup final goal at the new Wembley. Read about our approach to external linking. Sylvain Wiltord played the ball to Parlour 45 yards out and as he ran towards goal, the Blues defence backed off, only to see the 'Romford Pele' curl home past Carlo Cudicini from 25 yards. Sinclair soon knew. Roberto Di Matteo/ played for Chelsea/ Retired in 2002 due to injury/Also scored the fastet goal in FA cup history. You'll have to skip to 4.30 in the video above to see it, but Drogba's deft one-two with Lampard, before running onto the ball and lifting it beyond Edwin van der Sar is just *chef's kiss*. The fastest goal in an FA Cup final at the time. Didier always delivered whenever we were in the FA Cup final and that was highlighted by the Chelsea fans, with the Ivorian the clear winner in this category. It was the fastest goal scored in an FA. After a goalless 90 minutes, Liverpool led through Steve Heighway but Eddie Kelly levelled things up. "As soon as I ran towards the goal I forgot about everyone around me. Find out how you voted and watch all 10 goals below (UK only). With just 42 seconds on the clock, Di Matteo's spectacular strike against Middlesbrough. * Although MacKenzie and Owen polled the same percentage of votes, Owen received more votes. Here, we look back at some memorable net busters which came on the biggest stage in English football, the FA Cup Final. In Switzerland they didn't show many English matches, but the final was always the one they showed live. We have already looked at the biggest FA Cup upsets, now its time to remember some big goals. "I have watched the FA Cup since I was a little boy and I can't think of a goal that was better than that or one that was more meaningful.". Very unexpected. That was Ruud using all his experience as a big-game player. It was a very good idea. It may have been devalued a little in recent years thanks to the cold, hard cash on offer in other competitions, but it remains one of the top honours a footballer in England can ever hope to win, and it continues to make dreams come true. Di Matteo would continue to chip in as far as helping Chelsea win trophies as concerned. 'Man Utd capable of punishing Liverpool' Video, 00:03:41, Obada on NFL, troubled upbringing & helping others. Plus Robbie in midfield, of course. [citation needed] 'Massive performance' from Man Utd - Ten Hag. Middlesbrough kicked off but Italy international Di Matteo picked up the ball in his own half 35 seconds into the game. we wanted you to let us know which is your favourite final goal. Twenty years after his cup-clinching strike for the Blues, the Italian was one of the players interviewed for the book Blue Day, which told the story of that day and an incredible decade for Chelsea Football Club through the players who started in the final at Wembley. FA Cup: 50 memorable goals - Roberto Di Matteo's speedy strike, Top 50 FA Cup goals: Di Matteo's drive. Needed.A HUGE #EmiratesFACup Final goal for @LFC, #OnThisDay in 2006 ? The England midfielder had not scored in the Premier League all season so Chelsea could have been excused for not worrying too much about his run forward. It takes some bottle to rocket one in from 25 yards in one of the biggest games of your life, but the Belgian is by no means the first to grace an FA Cup final with a stunner. Louis Saha scored an even quicker goal for Everton against the Stamford Bridge club in 2009. We were all a bit gutted about that, Minto adds. He was exactly the same afterwards; a really cool, chilled guy. The sea of blue and the wall of noise which greeted the players before kick-off in the final let them know in no uncertain terms that there was no margin for error. Another one joining in up in the stands was Di Matteos blind sister Concetta. Parlour wasnt renowned for his goal scoring exploits, but he produced a strike which will live long in the minds of Gunners fans after 70 minutes in Cardiff. I managed to score the goal, which helped us massively, but it is a team effort. The FA Cup has witnessed some magical goals over the years. BBC Sport is looking back at 50 iconic FA Cup goals in the build-up to the first round proper, which takes place in November. But as a moment of high drama, importance and skill, 1997 will always be hard to beat. Video, 00:01:05, Potter insists there are positives within Chelsea camp, Can Everton ever be great again? The fastest goal in an FA Cup final at the time. - Ten Hag almost forgets EFL Cup. Can Everton ever be great again? I didn't even know where to run. [15] Di Matteo's goal was the fastest in a Wembley FA Cup final until the record was broken by Louis Saha for Everton in 2009. That figure was not fed to him; he knows the numbers behind the club which has been a part of him for the past couple of decades and a half. Scott Minto doesnt hesitate for a second. No. Everybody tries to do their job to achieve what you set out to achieve. This one took 72. It was satisfying to know that we were in the team which had the record. Here's hoping for a few more contenders to add to the list today. Wembley was a good pitch for me and 1997 was fantastic, a wonderful experience. Lining up on the right-hand side of midfield in this team is Ramires, who became the first Brazilian to score in an FA Cup final in 2012 as we defeated Liverpool at Wembley. Its the only channel where youll get an authentic look at life at this great club. Michael Owen vs Arsenal (2001) . You can read a cup final exclusive with him now on the Chelsea website and The 5th Stand app. On a poll conducted by the BBC in 2015, the Italians effort was voted by viewers and readers of the website as the third-greatest to ever be scored in an FA Cup Final. The 2006 FA Cup Final will forever be known as The Gerrard Final. By the time the two sides met to fight it out for the oldest domestic cup competition in the world, Di Matteo had a respectable eight goals to his name. The final results were tight but it was Di Matteo's 1997 blockbuster against Middlesbrough that came out on top with 19 per cent of the vote. Top 50 FA Cup goals: Di Matteo's drive. "I remember getting the ball and my first instinct was to attack," Villa told BBC Radio 5 live. A. pic.twitter.com/amiQBtk9UN. Robbie had a dry sense of humour. In extra time, Whiteside dribbled in off the right flank before performing a step-over and curling a perfect arcing shot around defender Pat van den Hauwe, past Neville Southall and into the far corner for the only goal of the game. The most recent goal on this list came in arguably the greatest FA Cup final of all time. Eddie Newton added a second after 83 minutes to seal a 2-0 win for the Blues and their second FA Cup crown. Try a week on us. Video, 00:01:48Top 50 FA Cup goals: Di Matteo's drive, Up Next. The striker fired a dipping shot over the wall from the left side of the box to beat David James and give Chelsea the lead with the help of the woodwork. Video, 00:01:48, Up Next. Video, 00:01:05, Potter insists there are positives within Chelsea camp, Can Everton ever be great again? Never was the result more spectacular than in his first FA Cup final, an occasion he had witnessed many a time growing up in Switzerland without quite grasping its significance. Along with Peter Osgood and Didier Drogba, Di Matteo can be considered one of Chelseas cup final kings. - Ten Hag almost forgets EFL Cup, '22m followers doesn't make it a 50-50 fight' Video, 00:00:57'22m followers doesn't make it a 50-50 fight'. There could only really be one, couldn't there?With just 42 seconds on the clock, Di Matteo's spectacular strike against Middlesbrough was the fastest goal in FA Cup final history and remained such for 12 years until Louis Saha came along.More importantly, though, it was a thunderbastard of a strike.The diminutive Italian brought the ball forward from inside his own half and unloaded his strike from such a ludicrous distance that you can't even blame any of the Boro defenders for failing to close him down. Third was Roberto Di Matteo's goal for Chelsea against Middlesbrough in 1997. He could be very quiet but once you had his trust, were part of his inner circle, he showed just what a funny guy he is. What I noticed is that a lot of people would know the Champions League, but the true, loyal Chelsea fans would probably say 1997. Everyone remembers the chaos of that game, but dont forget the class of Cooke. They pressed so high up the pitch after Minto had headed out for a throw-in, there was little cover when Wise won possession back. He was as cool as ever in the build-up to that day.. A goal which deservedly takes its place on the list. The Fastest FA Cup Final Goal. The only free-kick in the top 10, and it came after a foul that is perhaps as famous as the goal itself. Saha's goal beat the 42-second strike by Roberto di Matteo for Chelsea against Middlesbrough in the 1997 final, which was the earliest goal scored in an FA Cup final at the old Wembley. Technically, he was a very good player his touch was good and he could score these long-range goals. Freddie Ljungberg doubled the initiative ten minutes later with a powerful run and sumptuous finish to clinch a league and cup double for Arsene Wengers side in 2002. While Eddie Newton provided a late second to ensure the game was won, it is Di Matteos contribution which is most remembered and revered. Left-back Pearce stepped up to thunder a left-foot rocket past Erik Thorstvedt into the top corner, but Spurs went on to win 2-1 with Des Walker scoring an extra-time own goal. Video, 00:01:00, No regrets starting Kane on bench - Stellini, Whoops! Saha may have scored the fastest FA final goal ever after just 25 seconds, but this match-winning strike from Lampard meant Chelsea won 2-1 after Drogba's equaliser. The build-up to this one was Arsene Wenger's Arsenal at their very best. Since then, they have won consistently.. Ahead of the FA Cup final this weekend, check out 8 of the best FA Cup final goals, from last minute winners, to 30 yard screamers. Video, 00:05:02, From Football Manager to football manager, Potter insists there are positives within Chelsea camp. If it had gone in the top corner, no-one would have said a word. I was just saying, pass it to me and I was preparing myself to cross it into the area. Roberto Di Matteo. OOHHH YOURI TIELEMANS! Certainly one of the best times I had in my career. Late in the first half Gianluca Festa put the ball in the net for Middlesbrough, but the goal was controversially ruled out for offside. The rest? Lets be honest, there was no doubting that JT would be included here! To score so early was unexpected, I must say! Fans sent them into me to sign and send back. It was as route one as you'll get, but the pace and composure on show from a baby-faced Owen to race past Tony Adams and Lee Dixon and fire the ball across David Seaman into the far corner was out of this world. Di Matteo picked up the ball on the halfway line before driving forward and firing an unstoppable effort in off the crossbar to beat a helpless Ben Roberts in the Boro goal from 25 yards. The Athleticsreporters have chosen their top three goals scored by the clubs they cover and over the next three weeks, will be writing a piece on each of them. I think it's probably the FA Cup final in 1997, was how the man himself called it. The only goal was scored by Roberto Di Matteo, who owns the record for fastest FA Cup final strike with his 43-second rocket against Middlesbrough three years ago. Roberto Di Matteo (Chelsea v Middlesbrough, 1997) What a start. Since the 1990s games have been held at both the new and old Wembley Stadium, plus the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, all of which feature in our top four FA Cup final goals. Fifteen years later as caretaker manager, Di Matteo led Chelsea to their only Champions League success to date, only to be sacked months later. Association football championship match between Chelsea and Middlesbrough, held in 1997, controversial relegation from the Premier League, "Where are they now? Eddie Newton added a late second as Chelsea won 2-0 to end their trophy drought. 'Man Utd capable of punishing Liverpool' Video, 00:03:41'Man Utd capable of punishing Liverpool', Obada on NFL, troubled upbringing & helping others. The midfielder left it until the final to score what was only his second goal of the season when he curled a sublime right footed shot beyond Carlo Cudicini into the top corner to give Arsenal the lead. So, there you have it! Chelsea went on to win 2-0 for their first major trophy in 27 years. It was the fastest goal scored in an FA Cup final at Wembley - a record since broken by Louis Saha in Everton's 2-1 defeat by Chelsea in 2009. . Despite being more than 30 yards out, he let fly. Steven Gerrard's long-range goal against West Ham United in 2006 has come top in a vote to find the best FA Cup final goal from the last 50 years. He knew how huge this game was, that people around the world were watching it. However, the tension was considerably eased 42 seconds later when Roberto Di Matteo scored with a 30-yard strike which flew in off the crossbar. [2] fastest fa cup final goal di matteogal costa discografia. Honourable mentions go to Eric Cantonas winning volley against Liverpool in 1996, Michael Owens late second against Arsenal in 2001, Ben Watsons header to win the cup for Wigan in 2013 and Santi Cazorlas sumptuous free kick a year later. United were down to 10 men after Kevin Moran's red card against holders and favourites Everton. He has also reported on the England national team between 2008-19 and been a regular contributor to talkSPORT radio station for over a decade. FA CUP FINAL: Chelsea 2 (Di Matteo 1, Newton 83) Middlesbrough 0 Att: 79,16. Let us know your favouriteDownload Chelsea FC's official mobile app:-App Store https://apple.co/2vvlN9t-Play Store http://bit.ly/2MfNJHX Subscribe: http://che.lc/YTsubscribeTo watch more EXCLUSIVE Chelsea content go to: http://che.lc/YTwebsiteWelcome to the official home of Chelsea Football Club on YouTube. Video, 00:01:01Epic breakfasts & 585lb deadlifts - Jones' transformation, 'I've not sought assurances on owners' Video, 00:01:00'I've not sought assurances on owners', From Football Manager to football manager. Ahead of Saturday's Wembley showdown between Arsenal and Aston Villa, which will be shown. 2023 Minute Media - All rights reserved, won the competition for the first time ever. Only 43 seconds had elapsed and, at the time, it was the fastest goal scored in an FA Cup final at Wembley a record since surpassed by Louis Saha, who netted against the Blues for Everton in 2009 after 25 seconds but Di Matteo took it all in his stride. Read about our approach to external linking. His skillfull abilities made him one of the Blues best assets during the late 90's. He scored 9 goals in his debut season and helped Chelsea to get to the 1997 FA Cup Final. West Ham goalkeeper Hislop recalled: "You don't expect him to hit it from that distance if he is carrying an injury. But on his home debut in Englands top division in August 1996, the elegant midfielder made his mark, stroking the ball from 25 yards out to provide Chelseas first win over Middlesbrough that season. What a start. Middlesbrough kicked off but Italy international Di Matteo picked up the ball in his own half 35 seconds into the game. Video, 00:01:01, Epic breakfasts & 585lb deadlifts - Jones' transformation, 'I've not sought assurances on owners' Video, 00:01:00, From Football Manager to football manager. Video, 00:01:00, No regrets starting Kane on bench - Stellini, Whoops! He was doing what Frank Lampard would go on to do for Chelsea first.. The club had gone so many years without winning anything. . 2023 BBC. Roberto Di Matteo - Chelsea 2-0 Middlesbrough (1997) There could only really be one, couldn't there? pic.twitter.com/Vs0MaDverv. Global Edition. It was just a fantastic feeling, I had goose pimples. Video, 00:07:26, 'Massive performance' from Man Utd - Ten Hag. Jump to content. Middlesbrough's prolific striker Fabrizio Ravanelli limped off after 21 minutes, further diminishing his side's chances of victory. I saw him coming onto it but there were a lot of players between him and me and he hit it so well it was in the back of the net almost before I could react. Video, 00:01:05Potter insists there are positives within Chelsea camp. BBC Sport is looking back at 50 iconic FA Cup goals in the build-up to the first round proper, which takes place in November. It was the first major honour in the career of most Chelsea's players, but for Mark Hughes, it was the fourth time that he had featured in an FA Cup winning side (having played on the winning Manchester United teams of 1985, 1990 and 1994). I just saw a huge space in front of me and raced down the right wing, Sinclair recalls. Gullit treated it as just your typical game in terms of our preparation. Video, 00:07:26, 'Massive performance' from Man Utd - Ten Hag. And yesterday the stand-in Blues boss created another record by winning. Winning goals in the finals of 1997 and 2000 the first, against Middlesbrough, was the fastest scored in a Wembley FA Cup final at the time and an absolute worldie, too. SPFL: Premiership winner, relegation and top scorer markets settled, Real Madrid favourites to sign Sadio Mane, Stoke sweating for more than one reason ahead of Liverpool trip, Chelsea poised for summer clear out as Oscar deal moves closer, Punters urged to keep slips if backing Guardiola for Chelsea. On his home debut he scored the winning goal vs Middlesborough. The sole entry of our 1970 winning side. As well as his 1997 strike against Boro, there was a goal against the same opposition in the following years League Cup final, before he brought up his Wembley hat-trick against Aston Villa in 2000. Such a return was unthinkable during a drought which started after lifting the European Cup Winners Cup in 1971 and was finally brought to an end on the day Di Matteo used his right foot to devastating effect. He wasnt in the middle of all the celebrations just to the side, chipping in.. Video, 00:01:05Potter insists there are positives within Chelsea camp. Monday, February 27, 2023. Video, 00:00:58'Massive performance' from Man Utd - Ten Hag, No regrets starting Kane on bench - Stellini. Throw in his two cup final wins as manager of the Blues, the most famous of which was undoubtedly in Munich, and youve got the seemingly unanswerable question: what is the defining image of Roberto Di Matteo at Chelsea? This goal is iconic, Minto insists. Chelsea's 1997 FA Cup winners", "ROBERTO'S QUICKIE MAKES ROBBO SICKIE! The 1997 FA Cup final was the 116th final of the FA Cup. However, the tension was considerably eased 42 seconds later when Roberto Di Matteo scored with a 30-yard strike which flew in off the crossbar. Chelsea went in to the 1997 FA Cup final against Middlesbrough hoping to win their first major trophy in 27 years so nerves were understandable at kick-off. What a player. A goal which deservedly takes its place on the list. Louis Saha's goal resolved an awkward conundrum for serious quizzers (of whom, as you probably know if you're reading this - which you are - I am one). Nowhere else will you get closer to world-class stars like Christian Pulisic, Kai Havertz, Hakim Ziyech, Timo Werner, NGolo Kant, Sam Kerr, Fran Kirby \u0026 Pernille Harder.ABOUT CHELSEA FOOTBALL CLUBFounded in 1905, Chelsea Football Club has a rich history, with its many successes including 5 Premier League titles, 8 FA Cups and 1 Champions League, secured on a memorable night in 2012. He took a bit of criticism because the shot went over him in the middle of the goal. It was the fastest goal scored in an FA Cup final at Wembley - a record since broken by Louis Saha in Everton's 2-1 defeat by Chelsea in 2009. Listen to BBC Radio 5 live's podcast on the top 10 FA Cup final goals of the last 50 years. Roberto Di Matteo Italian pronunciationrobrto di matto born 29 May 1970 is an Italian professional football manager and former player.During his Di Matteo was a regular on the scoresheet with the Blues, thanks in no small part to his accurate, yet powerful, striking from distance. Trusted News Discovery Since 2008. Roberto Di Matteo scores a wonder goal in the first minute of the game to give Chelsea the lead against Middlesborough in the 1997 FA Cup finalWEBThe FA: thefa.comWembley Stadium: wembleystadium.comTWITTERThe FA: twitter.com/faThe England Football Team: twitter.com/englandWembley Stadium: twitter.com/wembleystadiumThe FA WSL: twitter.com/fawslFACEBOOKThe FA Cup: facebook.com/thefacupThe England Football Team: facebook.com/englandteamThe England Womens Football Team: facebook.com/englandwomenThe FA WSL: facebook.com/fawslWembley Stadium: facebook.com/wembleystadiumINSTAGRAMThe England Football Team: instagram.com/england . The Liverpool skipper scored one of the most outrageous goals to take the tie to extra-time as the clock struck 90 minutes. No surprise to see Di Matteo picked here. Eden netted the only goal of the game the last time we lifted the famous trophy, coolly slotting home from the spot as we beat Manchester United in 2018. Defenders have to defend, strikers have to try to score the goals, midfielders have to do both. Video, 00:03:43, Obada on NFL, troubled upbringing & helping others, Epic breakfasts & 585lb deadlifts - Jones' transformation. ? Video, 00:01:48Top 50 FA Cup goals: Di Matteo's drive, Up Next. When you were talking about English weather, a bit like Switzerland, you say it's always raining, but I always saw a nice and sunny day for the FA Cup final, a beautiful ground and a great atmosphere. The most 1990s English football goal you'll ever see.Free-kick from the edge of the box. Famous former Blues include Peter Osgood, Gianfranco Zola, Frank Lampard, John Terry, Didier Drogba \u0026 Eden Hazard. Video, 00:05:02From Football Manager to football manager, Potter insists there are positives within Chelsea camp. live transfer final expense leads brazilian wax places near me brazilian wax places near me And in the 88th minute he entered FA Cup folklore as he chased a Patrik Berger long ball, beat Lee Dixon and Tony Adams and fired a left-footed finish into the bottom corner.
Private Hot Springs Idaho,
Personal Development Plan For A Receptionist,
Articles F