#15: The Tragic Passing of Andrés Escobar After the 1994 World Cup
The 1994 World Cup was overshadowed by tragedy following Colombia’s elimination. Defender Andrés Escobar scored an own goal against the United States, and Colombia exited the tournament early. Days after returning home, someone took Escobar’s life. The violent act shocked the football world and became one of the darkest events associated with the sport.
