Controversial Calls and Incidents That Made Headlines During Matches

Controversy is an inevitable aspect of sports. While it adds drama and excitement to the game, it also sparks debates and divides opinions. Throughout the years, various matches have been marred by controversial calls or incidents, leaving fans and players alike in disbelief and frustration.

One of the most infamous incidents in football history is the “Hand of God” goal by Diego Maradona in the 1986 World Cup quarter-final match between Argentina and England. The Argentine legend famously used his hand to score a goal that ultimately led his team to victory. The controversy surrounding this incident still lingers to this day, with many questioning the ethics and integrity of the sport.

In 2010, during the FIFA World Cup match between Germany and England, Frank Lampard’s disallowed goal sparked outrage and reignited the debate on introducing goal-line technology in football. Despite the clear evidence of the ball crossing the goal line, the officials failed to make the correct call, causing England to lose the match. This incident prompted FIFA to finally implement goal-line technology in future tournaments.

In basketball, the 2002 NBA Western Conference Finals between the Los Angeles Lakers and Sacramento Kings is still remembered for the questionable calls made by the referees, leading to the Lakers advancing to the NBA Finals. This incident sparked an investigation and prompted the NBA to make changes