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Iconic FA Cup Final Goals Ranked

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BBC Sport has ranked the greatest FA Cup final goals, showcasing moments etched in football history. Ilkay Gundogan sits at fifth place with his record-breaking 12-second volley against Manchester United in 2023, while Roberto di Matteo's 37-second strike for Chelsea in 1997 makes the top three. These goals represent the pinnacle of cup final drama.

Michael Owen's 2001 double for Liverpool earns him fourth place, with his winner against Arsenal particularly memorable. Steven Gerrard's iconic long-range effort for Liverpool against West Ham in 2006 claims second place, demonstrating his ability to deliver in crucial moments. The ranking celebrates goals that transcended ordinary matches.

The ranking spans decades of FA Cup finals, from Charlie George's 1971 winner for Arsenal to Ben Watson's dramatic header for Wigan against Manchester City in 2013. These goals showcase the tournament's magic - where underdogs can triumph and heroes are born on football's grandest stage.