The world of football has witnessed some truly unforgettable moments over the years, and none more so than in the World Cup finals. From Pele's Brazil taking to the pitch in 1970, to Zinedine Zidane's infamous headbutt in 2006, these iconic matches have left an indelible mark on the sport we love.
Ranking them is a daunting task, but BBC Sport has bravely delved into the archives to bring you their top ten most memorable World Cup finals. And what a list it is! With legendary players, dramatic turning points, and goals that will be etched in our memories forever, this rundown promises to get your heart racing.
Coming in at number eight, Brazil's 2002 final victory over Germany was an incredible redemption story for Ronaldo. The iconic forward had battled personal demons and career-threatening injuries before netting two crucial second-half goals that sealed the win. It was a moment of pure joy for the Brazilian faithful, and marked their country's most recent World Cup triumph.
Italy's 2006 final victory over France may have been marred by Zidane's dramatic exit – sent off in extra time after headbutting Marco Materazzi – but it was the Frenchman's 'Panenka' penalty that will be remembered for generations to come. And let's not forget the heart-stopping drama of the Italian heroics, including a goal from Materazzi himself and a decisive strike by Andrea Pirlo.
Ahead of Italy in our rankings is West Germany's 1974 final victory over the Netherlands, which saw 'Total Football' guru Johan Cruyff's side taken down in an epic showdown. The Germans fought back with two second-half goals after falling behind to Neeskens' penalty, and their dramatic turnaround will be etched in the memories of football fans worldwide.
And finally, we have West Germany's 'Miracle of Bern', where they stunned Hungary 3-2 in what was one of the greatest upsets in World Cup history. The Hungarian 'Magical Magyars' were on a record-breaking run of over 30 games unbeaten, but were ultimately brought crashing down by the hosts' determined spirit.