Newport County midfielder Harrison Biggins scores 77.7-yard goal against Salford City
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Last updated Sep 4, 2026

Harrison Biggins scored from 77.7 yards out during Newport County’s 2-1 loss to Salford City. The midfielder collected the ball in his own half and struck the shot over goalkeeper Norris, who was positioned well off his line. While the goal stands as a potential English Football League record, it did not prevent a defeat for Newport County. This effort ranks as one of the longest goals in professional football history, though it remains shorter than the 105-yard world record set by former Newport goalkeeper Tom King in 2021. Moritz Stoppelkamp holds the Bundesliga record for an outfield player with a 91-yard goal scored in 2014. Newport manager Hayden Mullins noted that Biggins has attempted similar long-range shots during previous matches.
- •Harrison Biggins scored a 77.7-yard goal in a 2-1 loss to Salford City.
- •Former Newport goalkeeper Tom King holds the world record with a 105-yard goal.
- •Moritz Stoppelkamp recorded a 91-yard goal for SC Paderborn in the Bundesliga.
- •Wayne Rooney once scored from 61 yards out for Everton against West Ham United.
- •The 77.7-yard effort is considered a notable long-range strike in English Football League history.
- 9:08 PMYahoo Sports — Long-shot kings: Beckham, Rooney... and Newport's Biggins
- 9:08 PMBBC Football — Long-shot kings: Beckham, Rooney... and Newport's Biggins
"After Harrison Biggins' 70-yard goal, BBC Sport Wales recalls some of the best long-range strikes over the years.
"After Harrison Biggins' 70-yard goal, BBC Sport Wales recalls some of the best long-range strikes over the years.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 4, 2026, 9:08 PMLong-shot kings: Beckham, Rooney... and Newport's Biggins
After Harrison Biggins' 70-yard goal, BBC Sport Wales recalls some of the best long-range strikes over the years.
- BBC FootballSep 4, 2026, 9:08 PMLong-shot kings: Beckham, Rooney... and Newport's Biggins
After Harrison Biggins' 70-yard goal, BBC Sport Wales recalls some of the best long-range strikes over the years.
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