The Indian Super League (ISL) has been the host for talent, skill, and spectacle over the past decade, producing moments that linger in fans’ memories long after the final whistle.

Among the most thrilling of these memories are goals that stay with the fans for a lifetime. And when it comes to the best-ever goals, strikes from a distance have a special place.

From thunderbolts that scream into the top corner to perfectly weighted chips that catch keepers off guard, these goals highlight the league’s growing quality and flair.

In this article, we celebrate some of the most extraordinary long-range efforts in ISL history, each unforgettable in its own right.

Alvaro Vazquez vs NorthEast United FC, ISL 2021-22

Alvaro Vazquez scored a stunning goal in the ISL 2021-22 season against NorthEast United FC, firing from nearly 60 yards after spotting goalkeeper Subhasish Roy Chowdhury off his line. The strike, both audacious and precise, stood out as one of the most remarkable long-range efforts in league history and is still fondly remembered by Kerala Blasters FC fans.

Rafael Crivellaro vs NorthEast United FC, ISL 2019-20

Rafael Crivellaro's goal against NorthEast United FC for Chennaiyin FC in the ISL 2019-20 season was a remarkable display of awareness and precision. From just inside the halfway line, he spotted goalkeeper Roy Chowdhury off his line and chipped the ball over him into the net. This remarkable strike, executed with composure and accuracy, remains one of the most memorable goals in ISL history.

Ivan Kaliuzhni vs FC Goa, ISL 2022-23

Ivan Kalyuzhnyi's goal against FC Goa was one of the finest in the ISL 2022-23 season. In the 52nd minute, Dimitrios Diamantakos laid the ball into Kalyuzhnyi's path. With time and space, the Ukrainian midfielder struck a powerful left-footed shot from outside the box, firing it into the top-left corner beyond goalkeeper Dheeraj Singh's reach.

The Ukrainian had earned a reputation for scoring outstanding goals from range with a strike on his ISL debut against East Bengal FC. This goal against the Gaurs, which probably topped his strike on opening ISL night, cemented Kalyuzhnyi as one of the best strikers of that season.

Adrian Luna vs FC Goa, ISL 2021-22

Adrian Luna's goal against FC Goa in the ISL 2021–22 season was a remarkable display of technique and vision. From around 30 yards, Luna received a pass from Rahul KP and, with minimal backlift, struck a powerful right-footed shot. The ball dipped late, hit the inside of the post, and went in, leaving goalkeeper Dheeraj Singh helpless. The strike was one of the standout goals of the season and one that left everyone watching dumbfounded.

Sushant Mathews vs Chennaiyin FC, ISL 2024

Sushant Mathew's goal for Kerala Blasters FC in the ISL 2014 semi-final against Chennaiyin FC is an iconic moment in the Blasters’ as well as the league’s history. In the 94th minute, with the Kochi outfit leading 2–0 in the first leg, Mathew collected a pass from Iain Hume, cut inside two defenders, and unleashed a powerful 40-yard drive into the top corner, sealing a 3–0 victory. This thunderous strike not only helped Kerala Blasters FC book a place in the final eventually but also made Mathew an instant hero among fans, forever etched in the club's history.

Sunil Chhetri vs ATK FC, ISL 2017-18

Sunil Chhetri is known for his predatory skills inside the box and his goals after often are a lesson in clever movement and finishing inside the box. But the Blues skipper is a well-rounded forward with multiple skillsets and one of the prime examples of it was the stunning long-range strike for Bengaluru FC against ATK FC in the ISL 2017-18 season. In the 39th minute, he pounced on a loose ball in midfield and fired a right-footed shot from 25 yards, darting it into the top-right corner to seal a 1-0 victory. There was no stopping that shot once it left Chhetri’s boots.

Gary Hooper vs Mohun Bagan Super Giant, ISL 2020-21

Gary Hooper’s goal for Kerala Blasters FC against Mohun Bagan Super Giant was a thunderbolt from distance. In the 14th minute, he met a loose ball outside the box and unleashed a rising right-footed volley that left goalkeeper Arindam Bhattacharja flat-footed, giving the Blasters an early 1-0 lead. When the conversation is about the best long-range goals in ISL history, Hooper’s strike is always in the mix.

Glan Martins vs Mumbai City FC, ISL 2020-21

Glan Martins’ long-range goal for FC Goa against Mumbai City FC in the ISL 2020-21 season was a moment of sheer brilliance. In the 45th minute, he struck a powerful right-footed shot from distance that rocketed it into the top-right corner. The goal drew widespread praise and is still considered one of the best-ever goals in ISL history. It was also good enough to earn him Player of the Match award on the night.

Liston Colaco vs FC Goa, ISL 2021-22

Liston Colaco stunned FC Goa with a stunning long-range strike in the ISL 2021-22 season. Racing onto a loose ball, he unleashed a fierce right-footed shot from about 30 yards as the ball dipped and swerved into the net. It was hailed as one of the season’s most spectacular goals.

Greg Stewart vs Kerala Blasters FC, ISL 2021-22

Greg Stewart turned heads for Jamshedpur FC with a stunning free-kick against Kerala Blasters in the ISL 2021-22 season. From a sharp angle on the left, he curled the ball over the wall into the top corner. The goal was widely celebrated, attracting global attention and is still regarded as one of the finest in ISL history.