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Mendes, Hurst & more: Five moments where goal-line technology was needed

Frank Lampard v Germany, World Cup 2010


The England midfielder's effort was sweetly struck, and would have levelled the scores in the second round clash at 2-2 just before half-time.

But after the ball crashed down off Manuel Neuer's crossbar (and at least a foot over the line), the referee Jorge Larrionda and his assistant Mauricio Espinosa were unmoved, despite various protests from England players.

The game progressed on, and England were ruthlessly put to the sword by Joachim Low's side with a further two goals in three second-half minutes.

Tuesday, February 19, 2013 13:00

Mendes, Hurst & more: Five moments where goal-line technology was needed

Mendes, Hurst & more: Five moments where goal-line technology was needed

By Joe Doyle

Fifa have announced that goal-line technology will finally be introduced to football after years of controversy, and will be in place for the 2014 World Cup.

With that in mind, Goal.com takes a look back at some of the top moments in football where goal-line technology was needed.

From the World Cup to the FA Cup, all competitions have seen their fair share of incidents, so here are just a few that could have seen controversial decisions overturned.

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  1. Frank Lampard v Germany, World Cup 2010

  2. Luis Garcia v Chelsea, Champions League semi-final 2005

  3. Pedro Mendes v Manchester United, Premier League 2005

  4. Juan Mata v Tottenham, FA Cup semi-final 2012

  5. Geoff Hurst v Germany, World Cup final 1966

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