World Cup 2022 countdown: Most memorable matches III - From Muller’s Germany winning title in 1974 to Night of Seville
The HinduLeading up to the 2022 FIFA World Cup, which begins on November 20, this series takes you through 25 memorable matches across the previous 21 editions. FIFA World Cup 1978, Final - Argentina 3-1 Netherlands Argentinian midfielder Mario Kempes celebrates after scoring his second goal during the extra-time period of the World Cup final against the Netherlands on June 25, 1978. FIFA World Cup 1982, Second Group Stage - Italy 3-2 Brazil Italy’s Paolo Rossi shoots past Brazil goalie Waldir Peres to put his team ahead at 3-2 during a group stage match of the World Cup on July 5, 1982 in Barcelona. FIFA World Cup 1982, Semifinals - West Germany 3-3 France French substitute Patrick Battiston holds captain Michel Platini’s hand while being stretchered off the field after German goalkeeper Schumacher charged into him during the World Cup semifinal in Seville on July 8, 1982. FIFA World Cup 1986, Quarterfinals - France 1-1 Brazil French goalkeeper Joel Bats brought down Brazil’s Branco during the 1986 World Cup quarterfinal in 1986.