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Best, Worst Moments of 2014 World Cup

ByDomenick Candelieri WABC logo
Wednesday, July 16, 2014
Australia's Tim Cahill smashes a first-time volley with his left foot, netting one of the goals of the tournament.
In patriotic fashion, Clint Dempsey celebrates the United States' first goal of the World Cup against Ghana.
Robin Van Persie of the Netherlands soars like Superman with this gorgeous diving header goal against Spain.
Spanish goalkeeper Iker Casillas' head bows in disappointment because of his team's early exit out of the tournament.
American super substitute John Brooks in shock after his game-winning header against Ghana.
Nothing was going past Mexican goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa this tournament.
One of many animated moments from Mexican coach Miguel Herrera.
Portugal's Silvestre Varela breaks American hearts with his game-tying header in the final seconds of the match.
Passionate, raw emotion from Uruguay's Luis Suarez after scoring a goal against England. Hair-raising, isn't it?
The 2014 FIFA Player of the Year Cristiano Ronaldo couldn't do enough to help Portugal escape the "Group of Death."
How could you not love the Colombian squad? They danced all the way to the quarterfinals.
Greek teammates happily surround Georgios Samaras after scoring the game-winning penalty kick against Ivory Coast to advance to the Round of 16.
And then there was the infamous biting incident by Uruguay's Luis Suarez on Italy's Giorgio Chiellini...
Was it a flop or not? The Netherlands' Arjen Robben's controversial penalty kick call against Mexico.
A historic performance by U.S. goalkeeper Tim Howard, grabbing 16 saves against Belgium - the most on record during a World Cup match.
Every tournament has its underdogs. This year's dark horse was Costa Rica.
Chilean forward Mauricio Pinilla's shot off the crossbar at the end of extra time against Brazil would've sent his team to the quarterfinals.
A new star was born and his name was James Rodriguez of Colombia. He was so prominent, even NBA superstar LeBron James became a fan of his.
Brazil's David Luiz (on the left) reveals his intense emotions after scoring the game-winner against Colombia.
Goalkeeper Tim Krul saves the Dutch from elimination with KRUL-cial penalty kick blocks against Costa Rica.
Brazilian superstar Neymar Jr.'s injury was a big blow to his team and country. Many were in awe with the no call.
Javier Mascherno of Argentina hustles to the ball to make a game-saving tackle in the final minutes against the Netherlands.
German forward Miroslav Klose sets the all-time World Cup goals record with 16.
Germany's Mario Gotze, Miroslav Klose's substitute, looks on at his game-winning goal against Argentina in the World Cup final.
Argentina's Lionel Messi realizing just how close he was to winning a World Cup.
The Germans hoist the coveted World Cup trophy. Can they repeat in 2018?
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Best, Worst Moments of 2014 World CupAustralia's Tim Cahill smashes a first-time volley with his left foot, netting one of the goals of the tournament.
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From Luis Suarez's biting incident to Mario Gotze's game-winning goal in the final, we have compiled the best and worst moments from the 2014 World Cup as told through images.

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