THE STORY
In the 1994 FIFA World Cup, Colombian defender Andrés Escobar scored an own goal in the 35th minute of a group stage match against the United States, leading to a 2–1 defeat. This result eliminated Colombia from the tournament. (en.wikipedia.org)
TEAMS / PEOPLE:
Columbia USA
WHY IT MATTERS
Escobar's own goal and subsequent murder highlighted the extreme pressures and violence associated with football in Colombia during that era.