Historic moments – including this one – could’ve been changed by video technology
#10 John Terry’s goal-line clearance sends Ukraine packing at Euro 2012
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Video technology showed John Terry’s “clearance” against Ukraine was actually too late
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Another controversial call involving England, but this one actually went in their favour. Going into their final group game with hosts Ukraine at Euro 2012, both teams were looking for a win in order to cement their place in the knockout stages, although Ukraine were in the more desperate position, as England had four points to their three.
England took the lead in the second half thanks to a close-range header from Wayne Rooney, but they were not playing well and Ukraine were looking to peg them back. With half an hour remaining, a shot from Marko Devic looked to have beaten Joe Hart, only for John Terry to dive in and hook the ball out before it crossed the line.
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The only problem? The replay appeared to confirm that Terry had been too late and the ball was behind the line when he cleared it. The referee thought otherwise though and didn’t give the goal, which meant Ukraine lost the game 1-0 and were eliminated.
Although a draw would not have been enough for Ukraine – they would’ve lost out to France via goal difference – video technology allowing the goal could well have buoyed their spirits and allowed them to beat England, which would’ve put them through.
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