Jack Newnes lived every footballer's dream when he kicked a goal after the siren to win the game for Carlton on Saturday night.

Newnes' goal was as good a kick after the siren as we have seen, right up there with the 'Miracle on Grass' from Ashley McGrath and James Hird's snap late in the last quarter against the Eagles after the week from hell.

Or who can forget Tom Hawkins long bomb to continue the 'Kennett curse' over the Hawks?

We've counted down the 10 most clutch plays from this century, putting an emphasis on the big stage and finals moments. The time and importance of the game, meaning of the result and even the location and aesthetics of the moment matters.

There have been some spectacular moments that will live in football folklore, moments that are bigger than just the game that they happen in. Moments that define a career and a teams success and failures.

Do you agree with our 10?

9. Luke Ball's goal vs Hawthorn, 2011 Preliminary Final

The Pies, who finished on top of the ladder in Mick Malthouse's final year at the helm, were on the brink of an upset elimination. The Hawks had them pegged up against the boundary line and Collingwood needed a spark.

They needed one of their quick, flashy players to step up. Cue, Luke Ball? The inside mid snapped on his left boot and slotted a goal that would send the Pies through to the grand final.