Who won the 1970 FIFA World Cup?
Brazil won the 1970 FIFA World Cup, defeating Italy 4-1 in the final on the 21st of June in Mexico City. It was Brazil's third World Cup title, which entitled them to permanently keep the Jules Rimet Trophy.
Questions about 1970 FIFA World Cup
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Where was the 1970 FIFA World Cup held?
The 1970 FIFA World Cup was held in Mexico from the 31st of May to the 21st of June. It was the first World Cup staged outside Europe and South America, and the first held in North America.
Who was the top scorer at the 1970 FIFA World Cup?
Gerd Müller of West Germany was the top scorer at the 1970 FIFA World Cup with 10 goals. Jairzinho of Brazil finished second with 7 goals, scoring in every single match of the finals.
What was the Game of the Century at the 1970 World Cup?
The semi-final between Italy and West Germany at the Estadio Azteca became known as the Game of the Century. Italy led until injury time, when Karl-Heinz Schnellinger equalised, before five extra-time goals ended with Italy winning 4-3. A commemorative plaque now stands outside the Azteca.
Which teams made their debut at the 1970 FIFA World Cup finals?
El Salvador, Israel, and Morocco all appeared at a World Cup finals for the first time in 1970. Morocco's qualification was particularly significant as the first African team to reach the finals since Egypt in 1934, and the first guaranteed a place through the African qualifying zone.
What records did Brazil set at the 1970 FIFA World Cup?
Brazil won all six of their matches at the 1970 finals and had also won every qualifying fixture -- a record of perfection unmatched since. Coach Mário Zagallo became the first person to win the World Cup as both a player (1958 and 1962) and a coach.