Start reserving him a seat at the award ceremony, FIFA.
Argentine full back Santiago Montiel has lit up the football world with a jaw-dropping bicycle kick goal that many fans are already touting as a top contender for FIFA’s Puskás Award.
Pegaste nuevo fondo de pantalla #TodoRojo pic.twitter.com/gVnhatHYuK
— C. A. Independiente (@Independiente) May 12, 2025
Watch: Incredible 25 yard bicycle kick is now a top contender for Puskás goal of the year
The 24-year-old C.A. Independiente player delivered a moment of pure magic during a recent clash at the Estadio Libertadores de América, sending shockwaves through the crowd and social media alike.
The goal came after a routine defensive clearance by Independiente Rivadavia. As the ball floated out of the box, Montiel won a tackle against the opposition and seized the opportunity without hesitation, launching himself into an audacious overhead kick from more than 25 yards out. The ball soared past the frozen goalkeeper and into the net, triggering an eruption of celebration from the home fans.
STOP WHAT YOU ARE DOING AND WATCH THIS ARGENTINEAN LEAGUE BANGER
Puskas winner wrapped up and we’re not even halfway through May.pic.twitter.com/XXPjcCjONY— Men in Blazers (@MenInBlazers) May 11, 2025
Clips of the goal have since gone viral, with fans and pundits alike hailing it as one of the finest strikes of the season. Just listen to the fans and stadium erupt.
LA CHILENA DE SANTIAGO MONTIEL DESDE LA CANCHA DE INDEPENDIENTE.
NO PALABRAS PARA DEFINIRLO. ⭐️pic.twitter.com/PcADL22pNC— Pibes del Fútbol (@pibesdelfutbol_) May 11, 2025
Ahora con sonido ambiente ️@Independiente pic.twitter.com/NAGkeEQiOf
— Liga Profesional de Fútbol (@LigaAFA) May 11, 2025
Some are already calling it the goal of the year, and many believe it stands a real chance of winning the prestigious Puskás Award, which honors the most beautiful goal scored worldwide each year.
