The fairytale of Serie A

Sampdoria's only Scudetto, inspired by Gianluca Vialli, was an underdog story full of humanity, charm, style and most of all fun

A vile technicality

The 1999 World Cup semi-final between Australia and South Africa was a white-ball Test match with a twist that even Hitchcock would have deemed too cruel

Mind the wind, Tugga

The 28th man goes too far

The power of balance

John Barnes' imperious solo goal against the leaders QPR in 1987 showcased one of football's greatest qualities

Can't stand me now

For almost a decade, Arsenal v Manchester United was a title decider. By February 2005 there was no bigger picture, just all-consuming hatred

Ramba-Zamba will never die but you will

Gunter Netzer, Frank Beckenbauer and the greatest Germany team of all