​Caught up in the excitement of Argentina’s rally from a two-goal deficit against Egypt nine days ago, Fox broadcasters Derek Rae and Rob Green made a bold claim.They described it as the game of the tournament after Lionel Messi rescued the reigning world champions from the brink of elimination.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementIn reality, this summer’s World Cup has produced so many brilliant performances and so much compelling late-match drama that choosing a game of the tournament is harder than ever. Here’s an attempt to rank the 10 best matches ahead of Sunday’s highly anticipated World Cup final between Spain and Argentina:Resolute defending and relentless focus helped Paraguay pull off one of the tournament’s most stunning upsets. The South American underdogs played faster, more talented Germany to a 1-1 draw after extra time before showing more nerve in the penalty shootout.For Paraguay, the key to the upset was defending in a compact low block and only attempting to counter attack when a clear chance presented itself. As a result, Germany dominated possession but Paraguay was able to absorb pressure.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementGermany thought Jonathan Tah might have won it in extra time, but his go-ahead goal was disallowed after a VAR review for a foul in the buildup. The game instead went to penalties, where Paraguay won 4-3 after goalkeeper Orlando Gill saved attempts from Kai Havertz and Nick Woltemade.What a tough break for Morocco and the Netherlands to draw one-another so early in knockout play. What a treat for the rest of us to get the chance to to enjoy a quarterfinal-level match in the round of 32.Cody Gakpo netted the match’s opening goal in the 72nd minute, the Dutch star sinking to his knees and starting to cry afterward before climbing to his feet and pointing to the sky. Gakpo and his partner, Noa van der Bij, are mourning the tragic loss of their son during pregnancy.With the Netherlands closing in on victory, Morocco produced a dramatic equalizer on an Issa Diop glancing header in the first minute of stoppage time. Dutch goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen made a remarkable reflex save in extra time to keep his team alive, but Morocco survived a chaotic penalty shootout with five missed kicks but only one save.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementSo much for the idea that France was inevitable, that Didier Deschamps’ side would flatten any opponent in its path with its attacking firepower, athleticism and pace. Spain proved yet again that it’s the superior side, slowing the tempo with its possession-heavy style and quickly winning the ball back whenever it was lost with its devastating counter press.To say that Spain nullified the quartet of Kylian Mbappe, Ousmane Dembele, Michael Olise and Bradley Barcola is a massive understatement. France didn’t even register a shot on goal until the 82nd minute when substitute Desire Doue tried to lob the ball over Spain goalkeeper Unai Simon from 30-plus y