The Best Athletes Never To Win The World Cup

Published on 07/02/2018
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Oliver Kahn

Undoubtedly Oliver Kahn is known as one of Germany’s greatest goalkeepers. His 86 caps during an 11-year stint can’t be ignored. Although we have to mention the 2002 final, where his unfortunate mistake led Ronaldo to grab one of two goals during a 2-0 Brazil win in Yokohama.

Oliver Kahn

Oliver Kahn

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Paolo Maldini

Next up is the Italian legend Paolo Maldini. The now 50 year old has won Serie A seven times and the Champions League a whopping five times. His international trophy cabinet, though, remains empty. During the 2002 World Cup, Italy were beyond embarrassed in South Korea, where they exited in the group stage. Moreover Maldini was in the squad when Italy lost on penalties to Brazil in 1994.

Paolo Maldini

Paolo Maldini

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