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The best own-half rockets

After Josh Windass' stunning hit from his own half for Sheffield Wednesday against Derby, BBC Sport has taken a look at some other goals scored from way, way out in English football.

Xabi Alonso (Liverpool v Newcastle United, 2006)

Newcastle goalkeeper Steve Harper dives trying to save Xabi Alonso's long-range goal
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Before he was a Bundesliga-winning coach, Xabi Alonso was one of the most gifted midfield players of his generation.

The Spaniard had a fantastic passing range and an eye for the spectacular as he showed against Newcastle at Anfield in September 2006.

He caught Magpies goalkeeper Steve Harper cold with a fantastic hit from all of 60.6 yards (to be exact).

Harper maybe ought to have been more prepared.

Alonso had already netted from his own half earlier that year, scoring from more than 70 yards out in the final moments of an FA Cup win at Luton after the Hatters goalkeeper had gone up for a set-piece.

See which other goals made the list and choose your favourite