FIFA World Cup 2010: Five most memorable moments

The FIFA World Cup of 2010 was an event that was watched by many people around the world. The host nation South Africa may have had some troubles during the run-up to the tournament but the whole tournament was considered a success in general. As is always the case with such events, there were many memorable moments for spectators; some good, some bad, and some ugly.

With less than a year to go before the World Cup is held in Brazil, let’s take a look at 5 of the most memorable moments from the last World Cup:

Spain celebrate after winning the FIFA World Cup in 2010.

1) Spain break their World Cup duck – It’s amazing to think that before 2010, Spain had never won a World Cup. The nation always had a reputation for producing some top-class talent but had always been the perennial underachievers at the international stage until 2008 when they won the European Championships. Their rise to prominence in world football was well and truly complete when Andres Iniesta scored a goal in the 116th minute of the 2010 World Cup final, ensuring that Spain broke their World Cup duck. They were favourites to win the tournament so their victory didn’t come as a surprise but it didn’t take away from their achievement at all.