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?

6. Lance Franklin goal vs Adelaide, 2007 Elimination Final

The day Buddy announced himself as a bonafide superstar of the game, Franklin had six goals to his name and the Hawks were stirring a terrific comeback. From outside 50 with no time to go, Franklin launched one of his trademark right to left benders that sent Docklands into raptures.