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Football: 2014 Year in Review
This year captured the sporting imagination like never before as one of the globe’s greatest sporting tournaments – the World Cup – again took centre stage.
Germany's Cup triumph wasn’t the only thrilling storyline of 2014, with the Champions League, Europa League, EPL and A-League all recording their tales of victors and vanquished foes.
Re-live the moments that made this year one to live long in the memory.
They beat a Lionel Messi-lead Argentina in the World Cup final. (AAP)
Along the way they smashed Brazil 7-1. (Getty)
Australia were knocked out at the group stage. (Getty)
The Aussies were beaten in all three games. (Getty)
However, Tim Cahill scored one of the goals of the tournament.
Real Madrid were once again crowned champions of Europe. (Getty)
The Spaniards beat bitter rivals Atletico Madrid in the final. (Getty)
Meanwhile, fellow La Liga club Sevilla claimed the Europa League. (AAP)
They claimed the trophy in a 4-2 shootout win over Benfica. (AAP)
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