Mario Goetze (Hero): His talent and good looks make him the envy of many but he will forever be a hero in Germany after his stunning volley secured them their fourth World Cup title and first since the two Germany's were unified. The 22-year-old equates being a footballer to a boxer and on Sunday he delivered a notable knockout blow to four-time world footballer of the year Lionel Messi and his Argentinian team-mates. (AP Photo)