In 2006, Sporting CP defender Ronny Heberson scored one of football’s most famous goals—a thunderous free-kick against Naval measured at a mind-blowing 210 km/h (131 mph). The late strike secured a 1–0 win and is still recognized as the fastest shot ever recorded in football history. Even legends like Roberto Carlos and Zlatan Ibrahimović never hit harder, making Ronny’s rocket a record that stands unmatched today.
Between 1972 and 1974, Italian goalkeeper Dino Zoff set one of football’s most remarkable records—1,142 minutes without conceding a goal for Italy, the longest clean sheet in football history. His streak lasted across 12 straight matches and ended only at the 1974 World Cup against Haiti. Even legends like Buffon (974 minutes) and Casillas (817 minutes) fell short, making Zoff’s clean sheet record the ultimate benchmark for goalkeepers worldwide.
Xabi Alonso has been named La Liga’s Manager of the Month for August 2025 after guiding Real Madrid to four wins in four matches. His pressing and fluid tactics, inspired by his Leverkusen success, have quickly boosted Madrid’s attack, with Mbappé in top form and Güler providing goals and assists. This strong start puts Real in a great position ahead of key clashes later in the season.
