Memorable moments in World Cup history ................. FIFA World Cup in Brazil runs from June 12 to July 13. A look at history of what happened on those dates Opening Day, June 12:: Brazil would be well-served if they look back at historic shocks. As they gear up to open the World Cup against Croatia in Sao Paulo, Brazil could do worse than look back in the history books to avoid any complacency. Over the years, the World Cup has seen its fair share of shock results in the opener, which until 2006 usually involved the defending champion, not the host as is now the norm. The most famous surprises occurred in Italy in 1990 and in South Korea in 2002. In the former, Cameroon defeated defending champion Argentina 1-0 in Milan. Twelve years later, France lost by the same scoreline to Senegal in Seoul. Defeat in the opening game doesnt necessarily mean all hope is lost. Though France crashed out at the group stage in 2002 without scoring a goal, Argentina somehow managed to scrape through to the final in 1990. June 13: Uruguays Jose Batista gets fastest red card in the Mexico City suburb of Nezahualcoyotl at 1986 World Cup. Batista was shown a red card inside the first minute in a group match against Scotland. June 14: West Germany come from two down to beat England 3-2 in Leon, Mexico, in 1970. June 15: Hungary put record 10 past El Salvador in Elche, Spain, at 1982 World Cup. Hungary scored the most goals in a single World Cup finals match when they put 10 past El Salvador in their opening group match in 1982. June 16: Algeria shock West Germany in Gijon, Spain, in 1982. Algerias 2-1 victory over one of the tournament favourites was only Africas second ever in World Cup finals history. June 17: Brazil defend title against Czechoslovakia in Santiago, Chile, in 1962. Brazil beat Czechoslovakia 3-1 in the 1962 final to successfully defend the trophy. June 18: Another Korea elimination for Italy in Daejeon, South Korea, in 2002. In a round of 16 match that saw Italy star striker Francesco Totti controversially sent off, South Korea knocked Italy out of the World Cup. June 19: Italy retaintitle against Hungary in Paris in 1938. Facing deep opposition from the French fans, Italy successfully defended their World Cup crown, beating Hungary 4-2 in the final with two goals apiece from Gino Colaussi and Silvio Piola. June 20: French players go on strike in Knysna, South Africa, in 2010. To many, this is the most embarrassing day in French football history. June 21: Brazil keep Jules Rimet Trophy for good after beating Italy in Mexico City at 1970 World Cup. Their third triumph in Mexico City against a strong Italian side meant they kept the Jules Rimet Trophy for good. July 13:: First ever games played at Fifa World Cup in Montevideo, Uruguay, in 1930. France faced off against Mexico, and the US met Belgium in matches at different venues in Montevideo. June 22: Diego Maradonas Hand of God helps Argentina beat England in Mexico City in 1986. June 23: Italys Gianluca Pagliuca becomes first goalkeeper to see red against Norway in East Rutherford, New Jersey, in 1994. June 24: Claudio Caniggia slots late winner as Argentina beat Brazil in Turin, Italy, in 1990. June 25: After neraly 50 years of trying Argentina finally got their hands on the World Cup trophy when they defeated the Netherlands 3-1 after extra time in 1978. June 26: Switzerland exit tournament without scoring a penalty in shootout against Ukraine in Cologne, Germany, in 2006. June 27: Technology debate reopened after Frank Lampard goal disallowed as Germany beat England in Bloemfontein, South Africa, in 2010. June 28: Frances Laurent Blanc scores the first event golden goal in World Cup as hosts leave it late to beat Paraguay in Lens in 1998. June 29: Pele inspire Brazil to win first World Cup against hosts Sweden in Stockholm in 1958. Liwise, Diego Maradona lead Argentina past West Germany in 1986 final in Mexico. June 30: Ronaldo scored twice as Brazil beat Germany to win fifth World Cup in Yokohama in 2002. July 1: Thierry Henry scored winner as France surprised Brazil in Frankfurt, Germany, in 2006. July 2: Tragedy strikes as Andres Escobar killed in Medellin, Colombia, during 1994 World Cup. Likewise, Luis Suarez hand-ball helps Uruguay beat Ghana in Johannesburg in 2010. July 3: Johan Cruyff starred against Brazil as Dutch claim final berth in Dortmund, West Germany, in 1974. July 4: West Germany surprise Hungary to win 1954 World Cup in Bern, Switzerland. July 5: Paolo Rossis hat-trick helps Italy beat Brazil in Barcelona, Spain, in 1982. July 6: Grzegorz Lato claims Golden Boot as Poland defeat Brazil to claim third place in Munich in 1974. July 7: Franz Beckenbauer lifts new trophy as West Germany defeat the Netherlands 2-1 in Munich in 1974. Twenty years on from its come-from-behind defeat of Hungary, West Germany repeated the trick against the Netherlands. July 8: In classic semi-final that sees first penalty shootout, West Germany beat France in Seville, Spain, in 1982. Liwewise, a ate penalty helps West Germany grind out victory against Argentina to win 1990 World Cup in Rome. July 9: Zinedine Zidane loses his cool as Italy defeat France to win 2006 final in Berlin. Zidane, the hero of 1998, gave France the lead but defender Marco Materazzi headed Italy level. The score remained tied deep into extra time when the two goalscorers were at the center of one of the most shocking episodes in World Cup history. It emerged that Zidane raced towards the defender and felled him with his head - his last act as a footballer. July 10: Iordan Letchkov header was enough for Bulgaria to beat Germany in East Rutherford, New Jersey, in 1994. For the first time since 1978, there would be no Germany in the World Cup final after Bulgaria defeated the defending champion 2-1 in the quarter-finals. July 11: Late strike from Andres Iniesta helps Spain beat the Dutch and win 2010 World Cup in Johannesburg. Likewise, Italy comfortably overwhelmed West Germany 3-1 to win 1982 World Cup in Madrid, their third overall. July 12, 1998: Zinedine Zidanes headers help France beat subdued Brazil in 1998 home final. France strolled to their maiden World Cup triumph at home in 1998. Two first-half headers from Zidane helped ease the nerves in the Stade de France. A third from Emmanuel Petit in injury time was the cue for wild celebrations across the country.
Posted on: Sat, 14 Jun 2014 03:39:58 +0000
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