Iconic Momentsmedium
Which country's 'ghost goal' controversy in the 1966 World Cup final — a shot that bounced down off the crossbar — remains one of football's most debated refereeing decisions?
CORRECT ANSWER
England's third goal against West Germany, scored by Geoff Hurst
Geoff Hurst's shot in the 1966 World Cup final bounced down off the crossbar and was awarded as England's third goal against West Germany, a decision debated for decades afterward.
ALL OPTIONS
AA disallowed Soviet goal
✓England's third goal against West Germany, scored by Geoff Hurst
CWest Germany's disputed goal
DA disallowed Portuguese goal
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