A curated collection of the most dramatic and historic turnarounds in FIFA World Cup finals, where underdogs overcame significant deficits to seize the ultimate trophy in football history.
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After a shaky start in the group stage and a narrow win over Brazil, Italy dominated the final against West Germany. Paolo Rossi scored twice to secure a 3-1 victory, cementing the legend of his 'Golden Goal' performance.
Host nation France delivered a masterclass against Brazil, with Zinedine Zidane scoring twice in the first half. Their 3-0 win marked France's first World Cup title, showcasing complete tactical superiority on home soil.
After early struggles, Brazil found their form against Germany. Ronaldo scored two goals in a 2-0 final win, erasing the pain of past finals and establishing himself as one of the tournament's greatest ever players.
Trailing to France after extra time, Italy leveled the score through Marco Materazzi and won on penalties. Gianluigi Buffo saved a crucial penalty, while Andrea Pirlo converted the winning kick in a tense shootout.
Germany defeated Argentina 1-0 after Mario Götze scored in the 113th minute. This late winner ended Germany's decades-long drought for a World Cup title, highlighting their relentless defensive organization and clinical finishing.
France defeated Croatia 4-2 in a high-scoring final, with Antoine Griezmann, Paul Pogba, and Kylian Mbappé scoring. Mbappé's impact was particularly notable, establishing him as a global superstar at just 19 years old.