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Kaustubh Thakur
When Germany created history by dismantling Brazil at the 2014 World Cup in their backyard
On this day in 2014, hosts Brazil lost the Semi-Final of the World Cup against Germany by 7 goals to 1. The match was subsequently dubbed as the Mineirazo, evoking a previous spirit of national shame.
When Germany created history by dismantling Brazil at the 2014 World Cup in their backyard
On this day in 2014, hosts Brazil lost the Semi-Final of the World Cup against Germany by 7 goals to 1. The match was subsequently dubbed as the Mineirazo, evoking a previous spirit of national shame.
Kaustubh Thakur
Kaustubh Thakur
When Cristiano Ronaldo was presented as a Real Madrid in front of a record 80,000 fans at the Santiago Bernabeu
On 6th July 2009, Real Madrid presented their latest Galactico Cristiano Ronaldo after signing him from Manchester for a then World record 94 million euros.
When Cristiano Ronaldo was presented as a Real Madrid in front of a record 80,000 fans at the Santiago Bernabeu
On 6th July 2009, Real Madrid presented their latest Galactico Cristiano Ronaldo after signing him from Manchester for a then World record 94 million euros.
Kaustubh Thakur
Kaustubh Thakur
On this day in 1954, West Germany won their first-ever World Cup by defeating Hungary against all the odds
On 4th July 1954 West Germany defeated Hungary to cause one of the biggest upsets in the history of International football famously known as The Miracle of Bern.
On this day in 1954, West Germany won their first-ever World Cup by defeating Hungary against all the odds
On 4th July 1954 West Germany defeated Hungary to cause one of the biggest upsets in the history of International football famously known as The Miracle of Bern.
Kaustubh Thakur
Kaustubh Thakur
Luis Suarez handball save led to Ghanaian heartbreak at the World Cup, On this day in 2010
Luis Alberto Suarez Diaz A.K.A the single most controversial football player in the world. On this day in 2010, Luis Suarez handball save led to Ghanaian heartbreak at the World Cup.
Luis Suarez handball save led to Ghanaian heartbreak at the World Cup, On this day in 2010
Luis Alberto Suarez Diaz A.K.A the single most controversial football player in the world. On this day in 2010, Luis Suarez handball save led to Ghanaian heartbreak at the World Cup.
Kaustubh Thakur
Kaustubh Thakur
How Zinedine Zidane single-handedly defeated Brazil on this day in 2006
France captain Zinedine Zidane who had already announced his retirement after the World Cup set the stage on fire. Zidane dribbled past three Brazilian players in the very first minute of the game to clearly show his intent.
How Zinedine Zidane single-handedly defeated Brazil on this day in 2006
France captain Zinedine Zidane who had already announced his retirement after the World Cup set the stage on fire. Zidane dribbled past three Brazilian players in the very first minute of the game to clearly show his intent.
Kaustubh Thakur
Kaustubh Thakur
Exactly 63 years ago today Pele led Brazil to their first-ever World Cup trophy
On this day in 1958, Brazil outclassed Sweden to win their maiden World Cup trophy thanks to goals from Pele, Vava and Zagalo.
Exactly 63 years ago today Pele led Brazil to their first-ever World Cup trophy
On this day in 1958, Brazil outclassed Sweden to win their maiden World Cup trophy thanks to goals from Pele, Vava and Zagalo.
Kaustubh Thakur
Kaustubh Thakur
On this day in 1998, Laurent Blanc scored the first ever Golden Goal in World Cup history
On 28th June 1998, the first golden goal in World Cup history took place as Laurent Blanc scored to enable France to defeat Paraguay in the Round of 16.
On this day in 1998, Laurent Blanc scored the first ever Golden Goal in World Cup history
On 28th June 1998, the first golden goal in World Cup history took place as Laurent Blanc scored to enable France to defeat Paraguay in the Round of 16.
Kaustubh Thakur
Kaustubh Thakur
When in 2004 Ricardo made that Barehanded penalty save to inspire Portugal victory against England at the Euros
The most unexpected moment of it all happened in the 2004 edition of the tournament when England played Portugal in the Quarterfinals. When Ricardo made that Barehanded penalty save to inspire Portugal victory against England at the Euros.
When in 2004 Ricardo made that Barehanded penalty save to inspire Portugal victory against England at the Euros
The most unexpected moment of it all happened in the 2004 edition of the tournament when England played Portugal in the Quarterfinals. When Ricardo made that Barehanded penalty save to inspire Portugal victory against England at the Euros.
Kaustubh Thakur
Kaustubh Thakur
On this day 25 years ago Gareth Southgate missed the infamous penalty against Germany in Euro 96
On 26 June 1996 England lost the Semi-Final penalty shootout against rivals Germany after current Manager Gareth Southgate had his penalty saved.
On this day 25 years ago Gareth Southgate missed the infamous penalty against Germany in Euro 96
On 26 June 1996 England lost the Semi-Final penalty shootout against rivals Germany after current Manager Gareth Southgate had his penalty saved.
Kaustubh Thakur
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