Last-Minute Goals That Changed Soccer History (’90s Edition)

In the round of 16, Salvatore “Totò” Schillaci continued his Cinderella story on home soil. Italy struggled to break down Uruguay’s defense until Schillaci struck late with precision and power. His celebration, eyes wide with passion, became the symbol of Italia ’90. The goal propelled Italy into the quarter-finals and cemented Schillaci as the tournament’s breakout star. He finished as top scorer and Golden Ball winner, a meteoric rise few could have predicted.