USA

Marcelo Balboa nearly scores one of the greatest goals in World Cup history with a stunning bicycle kick against Colombia in the 1994 World Cup group stage. Sprinting into the box, he meets a precise cross from Fernando Clavijo, adjusts his body in mid-air, and executes a perfectly timed overhead kick. The crowd holds its breath as the ball sails just wide, denying him what would have been an unforgettable goal. Though he doesn’t score, Balboa’s athleticism and technique make this one of the most iconic moments of the tournament.