Scoring an exceptional goal is every footballer's dream, and for some Ghanaian players, that dream has come true.

Their stunning goals have earned them nominations for the FIFA Puskas Award, which is presented annually to the player who scores the most aesthetically significant and "beautiful" goal of the year.

In this article, 3Sports highlights five Ghanaian players who have been nominated for this esteemed award. 1.

Michael Essien (2009) The Chelsea legend's incredible late equaliser against Barcelona in the UEFA Champions League semifinals in 2009 earned him a Puskas Award nomination and cemented his status as one of Ghana's greatest players.