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James nominated for Puskas Award

James Rodriguez has been named in the final shortlist for the 2014 FIFA Puskas Award for the goal of the year.

The Real Madrid midfielder's chest-and-volley in Colombia's 2-0 second-round victory over Uruguay at the World Cup is deemed worthy of the spectacular-goal honour.

Also from Brazil is Robin van Persie's lofted diving header over Iker Casillas during Netherlands' 5-1 thrashing of Spain in both countries' first match of the group stage.

Peamount United's Stephanie Roche rounds off the candidacy with her long-range strike after taking two volleyed touches to evade her marker.

The winner of the Puskas Award will be announced at the FIFA Ballon d'Or Gala on January 12.

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