Wamma! The 2010 World Cup Final between Spain and Netherlands was tied 0-0 in the second half when Arjen Robben broke FREE — one-on-one with Iker Casillas. The Dutchman had the chance to win his country their first-ever World Cup. He went around Casillas... and Casillas's stretched-out RIGHT FOOT made the save of his LIFE. Spain went on to win 1-0 through Iniesta in extra time. If that save doesn't happen, the trophy goes to Amsterdam!
Year: 2010 Match: Spain vs Netherlands Location: Soccer City, Johannesburg Round: Final Category: Save
The Moment
- Arjen Robben got a one-on-one chance against Casillas in the 62nd minute of the Final
- Casillas spread himself wide and saved the shot with his outstretched right foot
- Iniesta later scored the winning goal in the 116th minute of extra time to give Spain the title
- Without that save, Netherlands likely lift their first ever World Cup trophy in Johannesburg
- Casillas was Spain's captain — the moment cemented his legacy as one of the greatest keepers ever
The Verdict
Casillas's foot save from Robben in the 2010 Final is the most important goalkeeping moment in modern World Cup history. One inch the other way, and Spain's golden generation never lifts the trophy. Iker stayed BIG, made the save, and won his country its first-ever World Cup. The save of a CENTURY!
Tomorrow: #20 — Stay tuned for the next magical World Cup moment!
