THE STORY
On June 30, 1998, during the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 match between England and Argentina in Saint-Étienne, France, England's David Beckham was sent off for kicking Argentine midfielder Diego Simeone after being fouled. This left England with ten men for the remainder of the match, which ended in a 2-2 draw, leading to England's elimination after a penalty shootout loss.
TEAMS / PEOPLE:
England, Argentina
WHY IT MATTERS
Beckham's red card became a defining moment in his career, subjecting him to intense media criticism and public backlash in England.