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Published on: June 17, 2025 | By: Sportimatic Editorial Team
The 2024 Premier League season brought football fans a feast of sensational goals—from last-minute screamers to magical solo runs. Here are the Top 5 Premier League Goals of the 2024 season, ranked for their technique, timing, and pure entertainment value.
🥇 #1: Cole Palmer vs Liverpool – Last-Minute Thunderbolt
Match: Chelsea 3–2 Liverpool (April 2024)
With the game level at 2–2 in stoppage time, Cole Palmer unleashed a 25-yard rocket into the top-right corner, beating Alisson and sending Stamford Bridge into chaos. The goal had power, timing, and title-race implications.
“One of the best left-foot strikes the Bridge has ever seen.” — Match of the Day
🥈 #2: Bukayo Saka vs Manchester United – Solo Genius
Match: Arsenal 2–1 Manchester United
Saka picked up the ball near midfield, beat three players with pace and precision, then curled it past Onana from outside the box. A goal that brought back memories of prime Thierry Henry.
🥉 #3: Darwin Núñez vs Manchester City – Volley Perfection
Match: Liverpool 1–1 Man City
In a tense battle at Anfield, Núñez latched onto a diagonal cross with a first-time left-foot volley that swerved into the net. Guardiola simply applauded. Technique and improvisation at its finest.
🏅 #4: Alejandro Garnacho vs Tottenham – Bicycle Kick Brilliance
Match: Manchester United 3–0 Tottenham
Garnacho shocked the world with a perfect bicycle kick from the edge of the box. The ball soared past the Spurs keeper and ignited a wave of praise across social media. It’s already being called one of the best goals in Premier League history.
🎯 #5: James Maddison vs Newcastle – Free-Kick Masterclass
Match: Tottenham 2–2 Newcastle
From 30 yards out, Maddison curled a pinpoint free-kick into the top left corner. No chance for Pope. Pure technique and composure under pressure.
📺 Watch the Top 5 in Action
We’ve compiled all these strikes into one epic highlight reel. Watch now on our YouTube channel: Sportimatic Football
🧠 How We Ranked These Goals
- Difficulty: Distance, technique, timing
- Impact: Match importance and goal timing
- Creativity: Solo effort, first-touch finish, or unique technique
- Fan Reaction: Social media, crowd, and pundit responses
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✅ FAQs
Q1: What was the best Premier League goal in 2024?
Cole Palmer’s match-winning strike vs Liverpool is widely regarded as the goal of the season.
Q2: Did any youngsters feature in the top 5?
Yes, Garnacho and Saka both scored world-class goals while under the age of 22.
Q3: Who scored the best free-kick in the 2024 season?
James Maddison’s top-corner free-kick against Newcastle ranks #1 in that category.
