A look at five major upsets from the World Cup group stages.5) Greece 2-1 Ivory Coast (Group C)
This dramatic late victory saw Greece qualify for the knockout stages of the World Cup for the first time in their history. Since their shock triumph at Euro 2004, the Greeks’ reputation as difficult opponents continues to grow, and they showed great resilience here to beat a highly-fancied Ivory Coast side containing star players such as Yaya Toure, Didier Drogba and Wilfried Bony.
Andreas Samaris gave Greece the lead in the first half after a mistake at the back by the Ivorians, before Bony equalised in the 74th minute after a good period of pressure, though it was Greece who went back in front in stoppage time as Giorgios Samaras coolly converted a penalty under huge pressure, helping his side go through as runners-up to Colombia.
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