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Throwing yourself backwards in the air and kicking the ball over your head while cycling your legs. Also called an overhead kick or scissors kick. It's difficult, risky, and when it comes off, nothing looks better. Most commonly used for shots but defenders sometimes clear the ball this way too. Pelé, Hugo Sánchez, and Ronaldo have all scored famous ones.
Cristiano Ronaldo's bicycle kick for Real Madrid against Juventus in the 2018 Champions League quarter-final was so spectacular that Juventus fans gave him a standing ovation, a rare tribute for an opposing player.
Robbie
Feb 7, 2026
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