Football has always been a game with controversies ever since it’s existence.
Let’s take a look at some of the most controversial moments from 1962 till date.
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France vs Italy Fifa World Cup 2006.
Zinedine Zidane headbutted Marco Materazzi, resulting in a red card for Zidane in his final professional match
England vs Germany Fifa World cup 2010.
Frank Lampard's disallowed, highlighting the need for goal-line technology.
France vs Ireland Fifa World cup qualifiers 2009.
The "Hand of Thierry" incident involving Thierry Henry's handball in the build-up to a goal.
Uruguay vs Ghana Fifa World Cup 2010.
Luis Suárez's handball on the goal line, denying Ghana a potential winning goal.
Portugal vs Netherlands Fifa World cup 2006.
The "Battle of Nuremberg" which saw a record number of 16 yellow cards and 4 red cards.
England vs Argentina Fifa World Cup 1986.
Maradona's "Hand of God" goal.
Argentina vs England Fifa World cup 1998.
Diego Simeone’s reaction to Beckham’s foul which resulted in Beckham getting a red card.
Chile vs Italy World Cup 1962
The "Battle of Santiago”, known for its extreme violence and lack of discipline.
Leverkusen vs Hoffenheim Bundesliga 2013.
The "Phantom Goal", when Stefan Kiebling's header went through the side netting.
Chelsea vs Barcelona UCL 2009.
The “It’s a disgrace game” that saw many controversial decisions against Chelsea and ultimately led to Chelsea’s exit from the UCL.
Portugal vs England Fifa World cup 2006.
Cristiano Ronaldo's infamous wink, after Wayne Rooney was sent off following a clash with Ronaldo.
Barcelona vs Arsenal UCL 2011.
Robin van Persie’s controversial red card that led to Arsenal’s UCL exit.
Espanyol vs Barcelona Copa del Rey 2007.
Lionel Messi scored a controversial goal with his hand, reminiscent of Maradona’s “Hand of God” goal.
Arsenal vs Manchester United.
The "Battle of Old Trafford" in 2003, which saw heated argument after the full time whistle.
England and West Germany Fifa World cup 1966.
Geoff Hurst's controversial goal sparked debate over whether the ball fully crossed the line.
Football has always been a game with controversies ever since it’s existence.
Let’s take a look at some of the most controversial moments from 1962 till date.
A thread 🧵 France vs Italy Fifa World Cup 2006.
Zinedine Zidane headbutted Marco Materazzi, resulting in a red card for Zidane in his final professional match
England vs Germany Fifa World cup 2010.
Frank Lampard's disallowed, highlighting the need for goal-line technology.
France vs Ireland Fifa World cup qualifiers 2009.
The "Hand of Thierry" incident involving Thierry Henry's handball in the build-up to a goal.
Uruguay vs Ghana Fifa World Cup 2010.
Luis Suárez's handball on the goal line, denying Ghana a potential winning goal.
Portugal vs Netherlands Fifa World cup 2006.
The "Battle of Nuremberg" which saw a record number of 16 yellow cards and 4 red cards.
England vs Argentina Fifa World Cup 1986.
Maradona's "Hand of God" goal.
Argentina vs England Fifa World cup 1998.
Diego Simeone’s reaction to Beckham’s foul which resulted in Beckham getting a red card.
Chile vs Italy World Cup 1962
The "Battle of Santiago”, known for its extreme violence and lack of discipline.
Leverkusen vs Hoffenheim Bundesliga 2013.
The "Phantom Goal", when Stefan Kiebling's header went through the side netting.
Chelsea vs Barcelona UCL 2009.
The “It’s a disgrace game” that saw many controversial decisions against Chelsea and ultimately led to Chelsea’s exit from the UCL.
Portugal vs England Fifa World cup 2006.
Cristiano Ronaldo's infamous wink, after Wayne Rooney was sent off following a clash with Ronaldo.
Barcelona vs Arsenal UCL 2011.
Robin van Persie’s controversial red card that led to Arsenal’s UCL exit.
Espanyol vs Barcelona Copa del Rey 2007.
Lionel Messi scored a controversial goal with his hand, reminiscent of Maradona’s “Hand of God” goal.
Arsenal vs Manchester United.
The "Battle of Old Trafford" in 2003, which saw heated argument after the full time whistle.
England and West Germany Fifa World cup 1966.
Geoff Hurst's controversial goal sparked debate over whether the ball fully crossed the line.
