It was down to the final moments. The United States Women’s National Team were on the brink of elimination in the quarterfinals of the 2011 Women’s World Cup, down 2-1 to Brazil deep into extra time stoppage. Finally, the ball is at the feet of Megan Rapinoe on the left side, the team pressing for an equalizer. Rapinoe sends the ball soaring towards the far post of the net from about 35 yards away, and the Brazilian goalkeeper jumps. Only, there’s someone else with her...
It’s considered the greatest goal in the history of the Women’s World Cup.