Every 4 years the FIFA World Cup captures the attention of the entire globe. I’ve compiled some of the most epic moments – everything from last second goals to choreographed celebrations.
Greece’s Papastathopoulos Hits the Equalizer in Stoppage Time
Greece hadn’t scored a goal for the entirety of the 90 minute regulation time. The teams had just entered the extra stoppage time when Sokratis’ perfectly placed kick ties the game for Greece!
Greece would eventually go on to win the game in a shootout.
Pablo Armero’s Goal Sparks Amazing Group Dance
It’s really fun to watch Colombia score goals because they have half-a-dozen choreographed dances prepared! Watch their first goal from the Colombia vs Greece game to see what I mean.
Lionel Messi’s Goal at 90’+1
After 90 minutes of scoreless play, Argentina and Iran had entered a 4 minute stoppage time. With only 3 minutes left before a draw, Argentine forward (and team captain) Lionel Messi crushed the hopes of team Iran with a brilliant shot from just outside the penalty area.
Laser Pointer on the Goalie!
“As Russian goalkeeper Igor Akinfeev went up to try and break up a cross, he had what appeared to be a laser shined in his face. Algeria’s Islam Slimani ended up heading the ball in to knot the match at one in the 60th minute.”
Portugal vs USA Last Second Goal
If you are a fan of USA you might want to skip this one. With 30 seconds remaining during the match between Portugal and USA, Portugal’s Silvestre Varela takes a perfect pass from Cristiano Ronaldo to score the game tying goal. Americans everywhere were left stunned as the game ended in a tie.
Luis Suarez Bites Italian Player Giorgio Chiellini
By now you have likely already head about Luis Suarez’ appetite for football players. Check out this video to see him nearly take a chunk out of an opposing footballer. And it turns out, this isn’t his first time using his chompers to disrupt a game!
Ghana Celebrates With Epic Dance
At minute 63, Asamoah Gyan of Ghana scores Ghana’s second goal of the night to take the lead. Check out the choreography right after the goal!
Robin Van Persie’s Dive Becomes an Internet Phenomenon
“The Dutch striker scored the most impressive goal of the tournament (so far) with a diving header against Spain on June 13. The dazzling noggin-first shot helped the Netherlands secure a 5-1 win and a place for van Persie in Internet Photoshop history.”