10 Unforgettable World Cup Shocks Ranked
The FIFA World Cup is all about surprises. These ten matches shook football’s giants and rewrote history. From Switzerland’s defensive masterclass against Spain in 2010 to East Germany’s Cold War victory over West Germany in 1974, these upsets prove that no favourite is unbeatable. Northern Ireland’s heroic win in Valencia 1982 still inspires underdogs everywhere. Asian teams made their mark too. South Korea stunned Italy in 2002, Saudi Arabia toppled Argentina in 2022, and North Korea shocked Italy back in 1966. Each result fueled national pride and sparked celebrations on the streets. Africa and the Americas delivered the biggest thrills. Senegal humbled world champions France, Cameroon humbled Argentina in Milan, the USA produced the “Miracle on Grass” against England, and Uruguay’s Maracanazo silenced 200,000 Brazilians. These moments remain the greatest shocks in World Cup lore.
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