Own Goal (1994)
Colombia needed to beat USA on their home ground in the group stage of the 1994 World Cup. The score was 1-1, but quickly changed when Andres Escobar of Colombia mistakenly scored an own goal. The result was a loss and being kicked out of the competition. Only two days later, Escobar was shot 12 times and killed in front of his girlfriend. The killer supposedly shouted “gooooal” with each shot. Many believe that the murder was due to his own goal.
Own Goal (1994)
Crossing The Line (1966)
Spoiler alert! England won this World Cup on their home turf, but not without some controversy. The video of the ball crossing just inside (or outside, believe what you want to) is still scrutinized. The linesman and referee agreed that the ball had passed the line and England were awarded the goal against a defeated West Germany team.
Crossing The Line (1966)
