12 mind-blowing football facts that sound unreal yet are 100% true

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Football is a beautiful sport full of amazing mind-blowing facts. The many iconic records we witness year in, year out make the round-rather game a joy to behold. The game comprises of beautiful stories behind the numbers that make it more than just a sport.

From Bayern Munich’s untouchable Bundesliga season to Arsenal’s title-winning conquests at rival grounds, captivating football facts have always been an interesting part of football. These achievements also showcase the prowess of players and teams across leagues.

In this compilation of remarkable facts, we explore standout moments that have endeared football fans even more to the sport. Think about the unbreakable winning streaks to unexpected, jaw-dropping records, each story is a reflection of the passion and excitement that defines the beautiful game.

12. Bayern’s 2013/14 dominance

If Bayern Munich had conceded every single shot on target, they would still have won the 2013/14 Bundesliga title. That season, Bayern’s dominance was evident en route winning their 23rd Bundesliga title.

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11. Arsenal’s sweet adventures at rival grounds

Arsenal is the only club to have won the league at Anfield, Highbury, White Hart Lane, Stamford Bridge, and Old Trafford. Their title-winning feats on such iconic grounds remain unmatched in English football history.

10. Ibrahimovic and Ronaldo’s unmatched records

Both Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Cristiano Ronaldo have managed to score in every minute of a football match. It’s a rare achievement in football that has wowed every sports lover.

9. More trophies than losses

In 2016, Cristiano Ronaldo ended the year with four trophies and only three losses. This is an unbelievable ratio of success for the legend who also won the Ballon d’Or award that year.

8. Maintaining ‘steeze and composure’ with La Roja

Sergio Ramos, despite his aggressive style, never received a red card while playing for the Spanish national team. This restraint set him apart, especially given his numerous red cards at club level – he was sent off 29 times during his professional career.

7. Bale’s Tottenham record

Gareth Bale’s first season without a trophy after leaving Tottenham came only when he returned to Tottenham. His journey from success with Real Madrid back to Spurs marked a bittersweet return to his roots.

6. Coman’s run halted in Kane’s debut Bundesliga season

Kingsley Coman has clinched a league title every year since becoming a professional, up until Bayern Munich signed Harry Kane.

5. Mourinho’s unbelievable home run

José Mourinho went nine years without a single home league loss, an astonishing record. His streak across multiple clubs is one of the most impressive in football management.

4. Balotelli’s heroic assist (Agüeroooooooo)

Mario Balotelli’s only Premier League assist was for Sergio Aguero’s unforgettable title-winning goal against QPR on the last matchday of the 2011/12 Premier League season. That victory against QPR ensured Manchester City won the league title for the first time in 50 years.

3. Neymar wins La Liga award before Messi

The Brazilian won the La Liga Player of the Month award before Lionel Messi ever did. Despite Messi’s accolades, Neymar claimed the monthly honour first, a surprising fact for many.

To put it in context, Neymar only made his La Liga debut almost nine years after Messi did. The Argentine played his first match for Barça on October 16, 2004 while Neymar made his debut for the Blaugrana on August 18, 2013.

However, the award was introduced in the 2013-14 season. Neymar won it for the month of November 2015 – becoming the first Barcelona player to claim it.

2. Hazard’s magic

During Eden Hazard’s seven years at Chelsea, the club never lost a home league game in which he scored. His impact on home soil was as reliable as it was inspiring.

1. 38 and 45 first touch goals simply incredible

In the 1989/90 season, Real Madrid player Hugo Sánchez, demonstrating so much finesse and composure in front of goal, scored 38 goals in La Liga, all with his first touch.

Meanwhile, In April 2018, Dutch striker Bas Dost ended his run of 45 first-time finishes when he touched the ball before scoring against Belenenses. He is popularly known as the “king of poaching”.

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