The 2002 FIFA World Cup, co-hosted by South Korea and Japan, was a tournament filled with surprises. None, however, was more shocking than South Korea’s extraordinary run to the semifinals. Guided by Dutch manager Guus Hiddink and buoyed by fervent…
On July 12, 1998, at the Stade de France in Saint-Denis, French football reached its pinnacle as the national team, Les Bleus, defeated Brazil 3-0 to win their first-ever FIFA World Cup. Central to this historic triumph was Zinedine Zidane,…
On July 17, 1994, at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California, the FIFA World Cup Final between Brazil and Italy ended in heartbreak for the Azzurri. The match, a tense 0-0 stalemate after 120 minutes, was decided by a penalty…
The 1990 FIFA World Cup in Italy delivered many unforgettable moments, but none as joyous as Roger Milla’s goal celebrations. The 38-year-old Cameroonian striker not only defied age and expectations with his stunning performances but also introduced the world to…
On June 22, 1986, during the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal between Argentina and England, Diego Maradona created a moment that would forever be etched in the annals of football history. Known as the “Goal of the Century,” his dazzling solo…
The 1970 FIFA World Cup in Mexico is often remembered as the tournament where football reached its zenith. Brazil’s national team, led by the legendary Pelé, captivated the world with their breathtaking style of play, blending artistry, teamwork, and innovation.…
The 1966 FIFA World Cup in England introduced the world to Eusebio da Silva Ferreira, a forward whose electrifying performances carried Portugal to an unprecedented third-place finish. Known as the “Black Panther” for his speed, agility, and lethal finishing, Eusebio…
At the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia, a 19-year-old Kylian Mbappé announced himself on the global stage with a series of electrifying performances. His blistering speed, technical brilliance, and composure under pressure became a defining feature of the tournament,…
In the summer of 1958, a 17-year-old Brazilian named Edson Arantes do Nascimento—better known as Pelé—captured the world’s imagination with his extraordinary performances at the FIFA World Cup in Sweden. Few could have predicted that this teenager from Três Corações…
July 16, 1950, is a day etched in football history as one of the sport’s greatest upsets. Known as the “Maracanazo,” Uruguay’s stunning 2-1 victory over Brazil in the FIFA World Cup Final at Rio de Janeiro’s Maracanã Stadium left…
