Top 10 Most Memorable World Cup Moments

In his final professional match, Zidane headbutted Marco Materazzi in extra time of the World Cup final and was sent off. France lost on penalties. The moment remains the most discussed in football history.

At 38 years old, Cameroon striker Roger Milla scored four goals and celebrated each with an iconic shimmy around the corner flag. He became the tournament's joyful symbol of Africa's footballing potential.

The first World Cup final decided by penalties saw Roberto Baggio miss the decisive spot kick. Italy's greatest player slumped his head as his shot sailed over the bar — an image of devastation etched in history.

The host nation was humiliated on home soil in a semifinal that defied belief. The "Mineirazo" is the most shocking result in World Cup history and reduced Brazilian fans to tears in the stadium.

After four World Cups and a career's worth of near-misses, Lionel Messi finally lifted football's greatest prize following a dramatic final against France. A moment of pure catharsis for millions of fans worldwide.

Geoff Hurst's hat-trick and the disputed "did it cross the line" third goal gave England their only World Cup title. Kenneth Wolstenholme's commentary — "they think it's all over, it is now" — became immortal.

West Germany's 3-2 comeback victory over heavily favored Hungary in the final was one of sport's great shocks. For post-war Germany, it represented national rebirth and a return to the world community.

A 17-year-old Pelé burst into tears after Brazil's 1958 final victory — the youngest player ever to win a World Cup. His two goals in the final against Sweden introduced the world to the game's greatest player.

The defending champions and tournament favorites were eliminated by a Senegalese team making their debut. Papa Bouba Diop's goal sparked iconic celebrations as Africa humbled the world's best.

In his final professional match, Zidane headbutted Marco Materazzi in extra time of the World Cup final and was sent off. France lost on penalties. The moment remains the most discussed in football history.

At 38 years old, Cameroon striker Roger Milla scored four goals and celebrated each with an iconic shimmy around the corner flag. He became the tournament's joyful symbol of Africa's footballing potential.

The first World Cup final decided by penalties saw Roberto Baggio miss the decisive spot kick. Italy's greatest player slumped his head as his shot sailed over the bar — an image of devastation etched in history.

The host nation was humiliated on home soil in a semifinal that defied belief. The "Mineirazo" is the most shocking result in World Cup history and reduced Brazilian fans to tears in the stadium.

After four World Cups and a career's worth of near-misses, Lionel Messi finally lifted football's greatest prize following a dramatic final against France. A moment of pure catharsis for millions of fans worldwide.

Geoff Hurst's hat-trick and the disputed "did it cross the line" third goal gave England their only World Cup title. Kenneth Wolstenholme's commentary — "they think it's all over, it is now" — became immortal.

West Germany's 3-2 comeback victory over heavily favored Hungary in the final was one of sport's great shocks. For post-war Germany, it represented national rebirth and a return to the world community.

A 17-year-old Pelé burst into tears after Brazil's 1958 final victory — the youngest player ever to win a World Cup. His two goals in the final against Sweden introduced the world to the game's greatest player.

The defending champions and tournament favorites were eliminated by a Senegalese team making their debut. Papa Bouba Diop's goal sparked iconic celebrations as Africa humbled the world's best.