Stories

With a sublime lob, Thibaut Loubier, who works as a porter at the local hospital, finished second in the People's Puskas vote, just a few votes short of victory.

French player Jonathan Le Ner won this year's People's Puskas with his acrobatic bicycle kick and can call himself the winner of the best grassroots goal of the year.

In football, certain moments become etched in memory forever. For Carter de Ste Croix of Holland Sports, that moment came in the dying seconds of the London Cup final against Just Play FC—a dramatic equalizer followed by the winning penalty that crowned his team champions.

The beauty of a goal exists in both its execution and its context. In our conversation with Sam Rafique, we explore the multifaceted nature of football's most celebrated moments through the eyes of someone who has both scored and analyzed them professionally. From the technical difficulty of a volley to the psychological impact of a last-minute winner, Rafique brings insight from his global career to our exploration of what makes certain goals resonate far beyond the final whistle.

This year's People's Puskas finalists have been subjected to expert coaching analysis by the Mike Phelan Coaching Team.

The line between athleticism and artistry blurs when a truly beautiful goal unfolds on the pitch. In our conversation with Olivia Ema, we discover how football's most captivating moments mirror the principles of creative expression. As we celebrate International Women's Day, this interview highlights our commitment to diversifying the voices we hear about football – bringing an artist's unique perspective to a conversation often dominated by former players and pundits.

In the world of sports, it's not just about physical performance. The mental side of the game can often be decisive for an athlete's success. We met with Mindset Coach Ana Lameiras to talk about how mental training can transform performances at all levels.

What is a beautiful goal? We met with Roy Thomas who offers a fresh perspective on why some goals live forever in our minds. From the influence of footballing traditions to the raw spontaneity of grassroots play, our conversation delves into what makes certain goals unforgettable – and why beauty in football is never just about aesthetics.

At the heart of this year’s People’s Puskas is Olivia Ema, a London-based creative technologist and digital artist. Dive into the creative process, inspiration, and how Veo’s technology shaped her approach to capturing the magic of football’s unsung moments.

Mathias Landén Jeppesen, better known as Vips, has played a key role in spreading teqball in Denmark since 2021 and was recently crowned Danish champion. Here, you can learn more about the sport, its technical skills, and how video technology like Veo can contribute to its development.

Colomiers Rugby Association has discovered an innovative way to combine technology and sports. The club has embraced Veo cameras for both live streaming and analysis, opening up new ways to engage members, fans, and sponsors.

Football is a game of instinct, skill, and precision. When it all comes together in a flash, unforgettable moments are created, and this is what we’re celebrating with People’s Puskas. This year, 2,183 of those moments were submitted. We’ve taken a deep dive into the numbers, looking at where the goals come from, how they are scored, and what makes them special.