When did FIFA choose Italy as the host for the 1990 World Cup?
FIFA chose Italy as the host on the 19th of May 1984 in Zürich, Switzerland. The decision was made by a margin of 11 votes to 5 over the only rival bid from the USSR.
Questions about 1990 FIFA World Cup
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How many stadiums were used for the 1990 FIFA World Cup and what was the total cost?
Twelve stadiums across twelve Italian cities hosted matches during the tournament. Total construction costs exceeded original estimates reaching over £550 million or approximately $935 million.
What record low goals per game average occurred during the 1990 FIFA World Cup?
The tournament generated a record low goals-per-game average of 2.21 which still stands today alongside a then-record 16 red cards handed out. Losing finalists Argentina scored only five goals throughout the entire tournament representing a record low for any finalist.
Who led Cameroon to the quarter-finals of the 1990 FIFA World Cup?
Roger Milla a 38-year-old forward came out of international retirement following a personal request from Cameroonian President Paul Biya to lead the team. He scored four goals and took Cameroon to the last eight where they were narrowly defeated by England.
When did the final match between West Germany and Argentina take place at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome?
The final between West Germany and Argentina took place at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome on the 8th of July 1990. Andreas Brehme converted the spot kick in the 85th minute to settle the contest with a 1, 0 scoreline.
How many non-unique viewers watched the 1990 FIFA World Cup globally?
The 1990 World Cup stands as one of the most watched events in television history garnering an estimated 26.69 billion non-unique viewers over its duration. This was the first World Cup officially recorded and transmitted in HDTV through a joint effort of Italian broadcaster RAI and Japan's NHK.