THE greatest World Cup moments of all time include Diego Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ at Mexico ’86, Geoff Hurst’s hat trick in ’66, and Gordon Banks’ save from Pele’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 and Bobby Moore lifting the Jules Rimet trophy in 1966.
For 39 per cent of respondents, a demonstration of brilliant skill is what is most needed to make a standout moment at the World Cup truly iconic.
And 36 per cent love the drama of an unexpected result, whether it be a last-minute upset – or the snatching of victory from the jaws of defeat.