Soccer is one of the most popular sports in the world, and it's no surprise that some of the highest scores ever recorded have been scored in soccer matches. While the highest score in a professional soccer match is 12-0, there have been many other high-scoring games throughout history. In this blog post, we'll be exploring the 10 highest soccer scores of all time.
#1 – Australia vs. American Samoa, 2001 – 31-0
The highest score in an international soccer match belongs to Australia, who beat American Samoa 31-0 in 2001. This was a qualifying match for the 2002 World Cup and Australia was expected to win. However, their 31-0 victory was an impressive display of dominance.
#2 – Arbroath vs. Bon Accord, 1885 – 36-0
The second-highest score ever recorded in a soccer match is 36-0, which was between Arbroath and Bon Accord in 1885. Arbroath put on an incredible display of offense, scoring a record 36 goals in the match. This record still stands to this day.
#3 – AS Adema vs. SO l'Emyrne, 2002 – 149-0
The third-highest score ever recorded in a soccer match is 149-0, which was between AS Adema and SO l'Emyrne in 2002. This match is widely considered to be one of the most one-sided matches in soccer history, as AS Adema scored an incredible 149 goals in the match. This match was also marred by controversy, as reports suggested that SO l'Emyrne intentionally scored an own goal in order to protest a refereeing decision.
#4 – Stade Olympique de L'emyrne vs. AS Adema, 2003 – 8-1
The fourth-highest score ever recorded in a soccer match is 8-1, which was between Stade Olympique de L'emyrne and AS Adema in 2003. This match was a qualifier for the African Cup of Nations and AS Adema scored an impressive 8 goals in the match. This match was also marred by controversy, as reports suggested that Stade Olympique de L'emyrne had deliberately scored an own goal in order to protest a refereeing decision.
#5 – England vs. Ireland, 1882 – 13-0
The fifth-highest score ever recorded in a soccer match is 13-0, which was between England and Ireland in 1882. This match was a friendly and England put on an impressive display of offense, scoring a record 13 goals in the match. This match is still remembered today as the biggest win in England's soccer history.
#6 – Denmark vs. France, 1908 – 11-0
The sixth-highest score ever recorded in a soccer match is 11-0, which was between Denmark and France in 1908. This match was a friendly and Denmark put on an impressive display of offense, scoring a record 11 goals in the match. This match is still remembered today as the biggest win in Denmark's soccer history.
#7 – England vs. Ireland, 1887 – 10-1
The seventh-highest score ever recorded in a soccer match is 10-1, which was between England and Ireland in 1887. This match was a friendly and England put on an impressive display of offense, scoring a record 10 goals in the match. This match is still remembered today as the biggest win in England's soccer history.
#8 – Uruguay vs. Bolivia, 1952 – 8-0
The eighth-highest score ever recorded in a soccer match is 8-0, which was between Uruguay and Bolivia in 1952. This match was a World Cup qualifier and Uruguay put on an impressive display of offense, scoring a record 8 goals in the match. This match is still remembered today as the biggest win in Uruguay's soccer history.
#9 – Hungary vs. El Salvador, 1982 – 10-1
The ninth-highest score ever recorded in a soccer match is 10-1, which was between Hungary and El Salvador in 1982. This match was a World Cup qualifier and Hungary put on an impressive display of offense, scoring a record 10 goals in the match. This match is still remembered today as the biggest win in Hungary's soccer history.
#10 – Brazil vs. Ecuador, 1952 – 8-0
The tenth-highest score ever recorded in a soccer match is 8-0, which was between Brazil and Ecuador in 1952. This match was a World Cup qualifier and Brazil put on an impressive display of offense, scoring a record 8 goals in the match. This match is still remembered today as the biggest win in Brazil's soccer history.
These 10 matches are some of the highest-scoring games in soccer history. While the highest score in a professional match is 12-0, the highest score ever recorded in an international match is 31-0. As you can see, some of the highest scores in soccer history have been recorded in international matches.
Soccer is known for its exciting moments, and some of the highest scores in soccer history have been absolutely unbelievable. Many of these matches have gone down in history as the most thrilling examples of the beautiful game. Let's take a look at some of the highest and most remarkable soccer scores.
The Highest Scoring Match of All Time
The record for the highest scoring soccer match of all time is held by Australian teams Ashfield and APIA Leichardt. In a 2001 match, Ashfield scored an astonishing 31 goals against APIA Leichardt, who failed to score a single goal. The match finished with an unbelievable 31-0 score line, which is something that will surely never be seen again.
The Highest Scoring Match in European History
In a match between Arbroath and Bon Accord in Scotland in 1885, Arbroath scored an impressive 36 goals against Bon Accord, who failed to score even once. The match ended with a staggering 36-0 score line, making it the highest scoring match in European history.
The Highest Scoring Match in World Cup History
In the 1954 FIFA World Cup, Austria shocked the world with a 7-5 victory against Switzerland. This match remains the highest scoring game in World Cup history, as both sides combined for an incredible 12 goals in the match.
The Highest Scoring Match in Women's Soccer History
In a 2018 match between the Australian teams Sydney FC and Peninsula Power, Sydney FC scored an unbelievable 33 goals against Peninsula Power, who failed to score a single goal. The match finished with a 33-0 score line, making it the highest scoring match in women's soccer history.
Conclusion
These matches have gone down in history as some of the highest scoring in the history of the beautiful game. While we may never see scores like this ever again, they will forever remain an amazing testament to the thrilling nature of soccer.
As one of the most popular sports in the world, soccer has seen its fair share of high-scoring matches. Some of these matches have become legendary, with some teams scoring an incredible amount of goals. In this article, we will look at some of the highest-scoring soccer matches ever recorded.
10. Wolverhampton Wanderers vs. Swindon Town (12-4)
In 1959, the Wolverhampton Wanderers took on Swindon Town in an English League Cup match. The Wolves, as they are affectionately known, ran out 12-4 victors. It was a record-breaking scoreline, and one that has not been surpassed since.
9. Tottenham Hotspur vs. Bristol Rovers (13-2)
In 1983, the Spurs hammered Bristol Rovers in the English second division. It was a record-breaking scoreline and one of the most one-sided matches in English football history. The Spurs scored 13 goals, with Chris Hughton netting a hat-trick.
8. Brazil vs. Guatemala (15-3)
In a World Cup qualifying match in 1963, Brazil took on Guatemala. The Brazilians ran out 15-3 winners, with the legendary Garrincha netting a hat-trick.
7. Hungary vs. South Korea (9-0)
The Hungarian team of 1954 was one of the best in the world, and they proved it in a World Cup group match against South Korea. They ran out 9-0 winners, with Ferenc Puskas netting four goals.
6. Hungary vs. El Salvador (10-1)
In the 1982 World Cup, Hungary took on El Salvador in the group stage. It was a one-sided affair, with Hungary running out 10-1 winners. Imre Schlosser scored four goals for the Hungarians, while Laszlo Kiss netted a hat-trick.
5. Australia vs. American Samoa (31-0)
In a World Cup qualifying match in 2001, Australia took on American Samoa. It was an astonishingly one-sided affair, with the Australians running out 31-0 winners. Archie Thompson scored 13 goals, the most ever in an international match.
4. AS Adema vs. SO l’Emyrne (149-0)
In 2002, the Madagascar league saw one of the most one-sided matches ever recorded. AS Adema took on SO l’Emyrne and ran out 149-0 winners. The match was marred by controversy, as it was later revealed that the losing team had intentionally lost the match in protest.
3. AC Monza vs. Prosdocimo Padova (24-0)
In the Italian fourth division in 2006, AC Monza took on Prosdocimo Padova. It was an astonishingly one-sided affair, with the home side running out 24-0 winners. Five different players scored hat-tricks, while two others netted braces.
2. AS Adema vs. Stade Olympique l’Emyrne (161-0)
In the 2003 Madagascar Cup Final, AS Adema took on Stade Olympique l’Emyrne. It was an astonishingly one-sided affair, with the home side running out 161-0 winners. It remains the highest-scoring match in football history.
1. Australia vs. American Samoa (31-0)
In a World Cup qualifying match in 2001, Australia took on American Samoa. It was an astonishingly one-sided affair, with the Australians running out 31-0 winners. Archie Thompson scored 13 goals, the most ever in an international match.
Soccer is a sport that is known for providing its fans with plenty of excitement and drama. It is also known for its low-scoring games, but occasionally, teams will put on a show and treat us to a high-scoring affair. These are the most memorable high-scoring soccer games in history.
7. Tottenham Hotspur 8–4 Wigan Athletic (2009)
In 2009, Tottenham Hotspur and Wigan Athletic faced off in a wild game at White Hart Lane. Spurs ran away with the match, scoring eight goals and cruising to an 8–4 victory. Jermain Defoe scored five of the goals for Spurs, while Pascal Chimbonda added two. This was the highest-scoring game in Premier League history.
6. Liverpool 9–0 Crystal Palace (1989)
In 1989, Liverpool and Crystal Palace faced off in a dramatic match that ended up being the highest-scoring game in English top-flight history. Liverpool came away with a 9–0 victory, with Ian Rush scoring four of the goals and Peter Beardsley adding another three. This was one of the biggest wins in English football history.
5. Nacional 10–1 Colo-Colo (2002)
In 2002, Nacional and Colo-Colo faced off in a Copa Libertadores match that ended in a 10–1 win for Nacional. Nacional scored five goals in the first half and five more in the second, with Dario Silva scoring four and Richard Morales adding three. This was the largest margin of victory in Copa Libertadores history and one of the highest-scoring games in soccer history.
4. River Plate 12–0 Boca Juniors (1951)
In 1951, River Plate and Boca Juniors faced off in a match that ended up being the highest-scoring game in the history of the Argentine Superliga. River Plate ran away with the match, scoring 12 goals and winning 12–0. This was the biggest win in Argentine football history and one of the highest-scoring games in soccer history.
3. AS Adema 149–0 SO l'Emyrne (2002)
In 2002, AS Adema and SO l'Emyrne faced off in a match that ended in a record-breaking 149–0 win for AS Adema. The game was marred by controversy, as it is believed that SO l'Emyrne deliberately lost the game as a protest over what they felt was unfair officiating. This is the highest-scoring game in soccer history.
2. Australia 31–0 American Samoa (2001)
In 2001, Australia and American Samoa faced off in a World Cup qualifying match that ended in a record-breaking 31–0 victory for Australia. Archie Thompson scored 13 goals in the match, which is the most goals ever scored by a single player in a single game. This is the second-highest scoring game in soccer history.
1. Arbroath 36–0 Bon Accord (1885)
In 1885, Arbroath and Bon Accord faced off in a match that ended in a record-breaking 36–0 win for Arbroath. This is the highest-scoring game in soccer history and it still stands as the record for the most goals scored by a single team in a single game. This match also holds the record for the most goals scored by a single player in a single game, as John Petrie scored 13 goals for Arbroath.
Arlen Fitzpatrick
My name is Arlen Fitzpatrick, and I am a sports enthusiast with a passion for soccer. I have spent years studying the intricacies of the game, both as a player and a coach. My expertise in sports has allowed me to analyze matches and predict outcomes with great accuracy. As a writer, I enjoy sharing my knowledge and love for soccer with others, providing insights and engaging stories about the beautiful game. My ultimate goal is to inspire and educate soccer fans, helping them to deepen their understanding and appreciation for the sport.
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