, a demonstration of brilliant skill is what is most needed to make a standout moment at the World Cup truly iconic. And 36% love the drama of an unexpected result, whether a last-minute upset – or the snatching of victory from the jaws of defeat. The research was commissioned by Sky ahead of November 13th, when three World Cup documentaries will be aired based on Geoff Hurst, Italia 90, and the 2002 cup-winning side, Brazil. Bobby Moore lifting the Jules Rimet trophy in 1966 was voted the second most iconic World Cup moment of all time (Image: Sky) Poppy Dixon, director of documentaries & factual for Sky, said: 'Every four years, the World Cup puts the beautiful game under a global spotlight. 'In those conditions, under that pressure, players have the opportunity to elevate themselves to living legend status – or to go down in infamy. 'In any case, the results of our study seem to have uncovered an appetite in British football fans for all flavours of world cup drama.' The study also found more than half (52%) of fans are looking to the future, and hope to witness more iconic moments this month in Qatar. And one in six (17%) think sporting events like the World Cup feel like more of an event when hosted abroad, compared to matches happening domestically. A third (32%) also feel that sporting events like the World Cup are a great opportunity to learn about other cultures, and 43% like to see t){kind=link}
Football fans have voted for the greatest World Cup moments of all time – with Bobby Moore lifting the Jules Rimet trophy in 1966 taking second place
Football fans have voted for the top 20 greatest World Cup moments of all time â including Diego Maradona’s “Hand of God” at Mexico â86, Geoff Hurst’s hat trick in â66, and Gordon Banks’ save from Pelé’s header in 1970.
Michael Owen’s goal against Argentina at France ’98, and Gazza’s tears at Italia 90, also ranked highly in the top 20 list.
Other unforgettable moments, chosen by the 2,000 football fans polled, include Ronaldinho’s outrageous lobbing of David Seaman at the 2002 World Cup â and Bobby Moore lifting the Jules Rimet trophy in 1966.
For two in five respondents (39%), a demonstration of brilliant skill is what is most needed to make a standout moment at the World Cup truly iconic.