“Soccer matches should be something special, something people eagerly look forward to, something that brightens life.” -P. J. O’Rourke
Well, my World Cup fanatics, the time is upon us. The 2014 World Cup is here and off to a spectacular start! No doubt, some of you have incredibly fond memories of previous soccer/fútbol matches; for me, it's the most incredible set shots that stand out the most. No doubt, many among you (especially the Brits) will remember this gem from 2006.
Image credit: Wikimedia Commons user Rdurkacz.
How does it all play out? Go read the whole thing and sate your World Cup curiosity!
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To me, Andrea Pirlo also deserve a link in the article, although he doesn't score: http://youtu.be/VJr2SQRxaO4
You can see that 'break' really well on this free kick by Andrea Pirlo against England on Sunday. It heads roughly straight for half the distance and then turns sharp right.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NGG1KoVDzEk
The Pirlo shot is more of a knuckleball, you can see that it only rotates twice from the time he kicks it until it reaches the crossbar