Who won the 1986 FIFA World Cup?
Argentina won the 1986 FIFA World Cup, beating West Germany 3-2 in the final at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City on the 29th of June 1986. It was Argentina's second World Cup title, following their 1978 victory.
Questions about 1986 FIFA World Cup
Short answers, pulled from the story.
What was Diego Maradona's Hand of God goal in the 1986 World Cup?
In the quarter-final against England at the Azteca, Maradona punched the ball into the net past goalkeeper Peter Shilton. The referee did not spot the handball and awarded the goal. After the match, Maradona described it as scored "a bit with the head of Maradona and another bit with the hand of God."
Why did Mexico host the 1986 FIFA World Cup instead of Colombia?
Colombia was originally chosen as host in June 1974 but withdrew on the 5th of November 1982 when president Belisario Betancur declared the country could not meet the financial and logistical terms FIFA required. Mexico was confirmed as the replacement host on the 20th of May 1983, becoming the first country to host the World Cup twice.
What is the Goal of the Century scored at the 1986 World Cup?
In the same quarter-final match against England, Maradona collected the ball near his own half, dribbled past five English defenders, and scored past Peter Shilton. A FIFA poll on its own website in 2002 voted this the Goal of the Century.
Which teams made their World Cup debut at the 1986 FIFA World Cup?
Canada, Denmark, and Iraq all appeared at the final stage for the first time at the 1986 FIFA World Cup. Iraq played their home matches on neutral ground in Saudi Arabia due to the Iran-Iraq War.
Who won the Golden Boot at the 1986 FIFA World Cup?
Gary Lineker of England won the Golden Boot with six goals, the highest individual total of the tournament. Diego Maradona of Argentina won the Golden Ball as the best player of the competition.