Fantastic! 39-year-old Hulk scores an unbelievable goal that could win the Puskás Award
Kenley Ward
Dailysports's expert
Goals like this are a rarity in modern football, but for Hulk, they've become his trademark.
Details: Today, in the 38th round of the Brazilian Serie A, Atlético Mineiro demolished Vasco da Gama 5-0 at home. But beyond the goal-fest and the emphatic scoreline, Atlético fans witnessed a true masterpiece from their legendary 39-year-old forward, Hulk.
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In the 32nd minute, Atlético Mineiro earned a free kick around 30 meters from goal. When Hulk stepped up, everyone knew it wouldn't be a cross into the box, but a direct shot.
After a short run-up, Hulk blasted the ball into the far corner with such pace that neither the defensive wall nor Vasco da Gama's goalkeeper had time to react—the crowd erupted in applause, thanking Hulk for this stunning goal.
This season, the 39-year-old Hulk has played 61 matches for Atlético Mineiro, scoring 21 goals and providing 8 assists. His current contract with the club runs until December 2026.
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