FIFA World Cup: Best matches at the 'Greatest Show on Earth'

Italy 4-3 West Germany (AET) — 1970 Semi-final

Dubbed the Game of the Century, this match saw five goals scored in extra time alone. Italy took an early lead, Germany equalized in the 90th minute, and the back-and-forth scoring marathon ended in a 4-3 victory for the Italians.

Brazil 1-7 Germany — 2014 Semi-final

While not a competitive contest, this remains the most shocking and historically significant match in World Cup history. Germany blew the host nation away by scoring five goals in the first 29 minutes, stunning the global football community.

Argentina 2-1 England — 1986 Quarter-final

One of the most infamous and celebrated games ever played. Diego Maradona scored both the controversial Hand of God goal and the spectacular Goal of the Century—dribbling past half the England team—in a single, unforgettable match.

Portugal 3-3 Spain — 2018 Group Stage

A thrilling Iberian derby that featured an early penalty, Diego Costa dragging Spain level, and a majestic, last-minute free-kick from Cristiano Ronaldo to complete his hat-trick and rescue a point for Portugal.

Brazil 2-3 Italy — 1982 Second Group Stage

Brazil, heavy favorites playing their iconic brand of jogo bonito, were undone by Italian striker Paolo Rossi, who scored a legendary hat-trick to eliminate the South Americans and send Italy to the semi-finals.

Ghana 1-1 Uruguay (2-4 on penalties) — 2010 Quarter-final

A match of incredible heartbreak and late drama. Luis Suarez was sent off for a deliberate handball on the goal line to deny Ghana a last-second winner. Asamoah Gyan subsequently missed the penalty, and Uruguay won the ensuing shootout.

France 4-3 Argentina — 2018 Round of 16

An electric, high-octane knockout clash. Argentina took a 2-1 lead early in the second half, but a stunning volley from Benjamin Pavard and a brace from Kylian Mbappé sparked a blistering French comeback.