France

In France’s group stage match against Denmark at the 2002 World Cup, Marcel Desailly asserts his authority with a powerful challenge on Thomas Gravesen. As the Danish midfielder charges forward, Desailly meets him head-on, using his strength and timing to win the ball cleanly and stop the advance. The moment is a clear display of Desailly’s physical dominance and defensive leadership, standing out even in a tournament where France struggled to find form.