While football excites millions, it’s not without danger. Even top players and rising stars face injuries that can end their careers in an instant
These five football injuries were more than just painful — they were hard to watch. They shocked everyone and changed players' careers forever
Roy Keane’s tackle caused Alf-Inge Haaland’s career-ending injury, sparked by a 1997 incident between the two players
Neymar’s 2014 World Cup injury ended his run early, leaving Brazil without him before their shocking 7-1 semi-final loss to Germany
Luke Shaw’s 2015 leg injury stalled his progress, but after 11 months, he returned strong to Manchester United’s defense
Marcin Wasilewski’s leg break in 2009 led to a long recovery, but he bounced back to win the Premier League with Leicester City
Roberto Baggio tore his ACL in 2002, a major setback late in his career. He returned strong with Brescia, delivering back-to-back Serie A seasons with double-digit goals.