Pelé is considered the GOAT (Greatest Of All Time) due to his unparalleled success, including three World Cup wins with Brazil (1958, 1962, 1970) and a record 1,279 goals, combined with his revolutionary skill, impact as football's first global superstar, and complete dominance (scoring, dribbling, vision, heading) in an era of rougher play, setting the benchmark for all players who followed.
The "GOAT" (Greatest Of All Time) in football is a subjective debate, but Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are overwhelmingly considered the top contenders, with Messi often edging out due with recent major wins like the 2022 World Cup, though Ronaldo's longevity and dominance in multiple leagues also make a strong case, with many legends and publications naming Messi as #1. Other historical greats like Pelé and Maradona are also part of the conversation.
In football (soccer), the 🐐 emoji or "GOAT" stands for "Greatest Of All Time," a title given to the player considered the absolute best ever, with frequent debates centering on legends like Pelé, Maradona, Lionel Messi, and Cristiano Ronaldo} due to their unmatched skill, records, and impact on the sport.
When it comes to attaining major hardware, Pele has a total of 26 such honors, including being a six-time Brazilian champion. Messi has a total of 44 trophies in his whole career. That's a new world record. Pele is one of the most respected names in the soccer world.
While Lionel Messi hasn't made extensive public declarations specifically about LGBTQ+ rights, his actions and associations, like supporting inclusivity through his foundation and playing in leagues with anti-discrimination policies, suggest a general alignment with inclusive values, though some social media rumors about him refusing pro-LGBTQ+ ads are likely exaggerated or false, as he focuses on football, not being a symbol, according to a Facebook post.
It can be used to express agreement, to show appreciation, or to indicate laughter. It can also be used to refer to someone as being cool or good-looking. G is also used to refer to the internet slang term “gangsta” or “gangster.” In some cases, G can be used to refer to the letter G in the English alphabet.
A female goat is called a doe or a nanny.
Writer's note: The Urban Dictionary defines throwing the goat as: extend [your hand] above your head, with the index and pinky fingers pointing upward and the other fingers and thumb pointing away from you, and then waving your hand forward and back, forward and back, over and over again in a rapid, fluid motion.
After an illustrious 23-year soccer career, Cristiano Ronaldo has cemented his legacy in the annals of the sport, etching his name alongside legendary clubs such as Manchester United and Real Madrid. He has achieved the status of one of the greatest scorers in history, prompting him to refer to himself as the GOAT.
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Messi will score 900th goal in 2026. Can he reach 1,000? Can he pass Ronaldo? Lionel Messi is never far from breaking his next record or hitting his next landmark, and he enters 2026 on the verge of yet another massive milestone in his incredible career: his 900th goal.
On 19 November 1969, Pelé scored his 1,000th goal in all competitions, in what was a highly anticipated moment in Brazil. The goal dubbed O Milésimo (The Thousandth), occurred in a match against Vasco da Gama, when Pelé scored from a penalty kick, at the Maracanã Stadium.
Yes, 99-rated players exist in FIFA (now EA Sports FC) but are very rare, typically appearing as special promotional cards (like Team of the Year or Futties) in Ultimate Team (UT) towards the end of the game cycle, with some fans even getting full squads of them through grinding. While base cards rarely reach this, special versions of players like Mbappe, Pele, and even defenders like Virgil van Dijk have achieved 99 overall ratings in past editions.
Neymar surpassed Pele as Brazil's leading male goalscorer after the Al-Hilal forward hit a brace in his side's 5-1 win over Bolivia. The 31-year-old was level with Pele on 77 goals going into the World Cup qualifier. However, two second-half goals in a 5-1 win took Neymar to 79 goals in 125 matches.
The 🐐 emoji and slang word "GOAT" stand for "Greatest Of All Time," a term used to praise someone exceptionally skilled, like an amazing athlete or musician. It's a huge compliment, calling someone the best ever in their field, though it can also refer to the literal animal or the Capricorn zodiac sign.
Sup kambing is quite widespread as numbers of similar goat meat soup recipes can be found throughout Malaysia, Indonesia and Singapore. Sup kepala kambing, goat's head soup served in Indonesia. In Indonesia, it is mostly associated with Malay of Medan, Betawi and Madurese cuisine, although it is also common in Java.
The slang “Wassup my G” is in reference to greeting others with the phrase what's happening? MY G is reference for OG as in “old or original gangsta as popularised by the movies with black actors such as Bernie Casey, Pam Grier, Fred Williamson and Jim Brown.
G-man (short for "government man", plural G-men) is a Jive word and subsequently American slang term for agents of the United States Government.
GH: An acronym for “glory hole,” which are fist-sized holes used mostly for anonymous handjobs, oral, and penetrative sex.
While Neymar is not a full-time vegan, his decision to adopt a plant-based diet to heal his body highlights the benefits of plant-based diets for recovery.
Paul Pogba has returned to professional football for the first time in two years, having served a four-year doping ban that was reduced to 18 months on appeal, which meant he could play again from March 2025.
Alongside LFC colleagues, supporters and stakeholders, we are proud to be supporting the LGBT+ community across Liverpool and beyond.