Top 10 Underdogs Who Made World Cup History

The Indomitable Lions opened Italia 90 by beating defending champions Argentina 1-0 — with nine men after two red cards. Roger Milla, pulled out of semi-retirement at 38, scored four goals and became a global icon with his corner-flag dance celebrations. They reached the quarterfinals and were minutes from the semis before losing 3-2 to England in extra time.

Making their World Cup debut, Senegal opened by beating defending champions France 1-0. Papa Bouba Diop scored the famous goal and celebrated by dancing around his shirt on the ground. They reached the quarterfinals, beating Sweden in extra time with a golden goal from Henri Camara. A nation of 10 million had beaten the world champions on the biggest stage.

Co-hosts South Korea became the first Asian nation to reach a World Cup semifinal, eliminating Spain on penalties and Italy 2-1. Dutch coach Guus Hiddink forged relentless fitness and organization. Over 7 million Koreans gathered in public viewing areas for the semifinal against Germany, turning the Red Devils into one of football's greatest supporter movements.

The United States shocked England 1-0 in one of the greatest World Cup upsets ever. The result was so improbable that several newspapers assumed it was a misprint.

On their debut appearance, Croatia finished third at France 1998. Davor Suker won the Golden Boot as the newcomers exceeded every expectation.

Morocco became the first African and Arab nation to reach a World Cup semifinal, beating Belgium, Spain (on penalties), and Portugal. Goalkeeper Yassine Bounou was heroic with clean sheets against Spain and Portugal. Coach Walid Regragui's compact 4-1-4-1 suffocated possession teams. The celebrations in Doha and Casablanca were among the most emotional in tournament history.

Bulgaria reached the semifinal at USA 1994 after knocking out reigning champions Germany. Hristo Stoichkov's Golden Boot campaign drove an unforgettable run.

Turkey finished third in only their second ever World Cup. Hakan Sukur scored the fastest goal in tournament history — just 11 seconds into the third-place play-off.

Algeria pushed eventual winners Germany to extra time in the round of 16 in one of Brazil 2014's most dramatic matches. Islam Slimani became a national hero.