So a dodgy referee choice changed the course of British history more than any political movement...funny that
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So a dodgy referee choice changed the course of British history more than any political movement...funny that
Pretty much ^^So a dodgy referee choice changed the course of British history more than any political movement...funny that
I mean in 1970 there was a Football War so...
Group F 1982
The last group contains world cup finalists Poland along with South American squad Chile. Both Asian teams Turkey and South Korea complete this interesting group, bound to be a very close one. Chile take on Poland for the first game. Chile howver didn't prove to be much of a threat to the Polish squad, who easily disposed of Chile.
Turkey and South Korea draw each other in a locked game where the few occasions each side gets transforms into a goal.
Turkey cannot force a win against an inferior South Korean squad, but they managed to hold on against Chile even though they were given as superior, even narrowly winning. The last confrontation against Poland will be decisive for the Turks.
Poland narrowly avoid disaster at the hands of South Korea, as the Poles win by a single goal against a shiny South Korean squad.
No miracle for Turkey, as Poland grab their third win in a row against Turkey, nearly condemning the Turks.
South Korea hold another draw against Chile. With that, South Korea takes second seed from Group B, on goals scored. The third seed, which could be a potential qualifier, would then go to Turkey on goals scored. With both Belgium and Turkey tied for the last 3rd place seed for the Round of 16, a count of the amount of red cards and yellow cards was done. The Belgians had 10 yellow while the Turks only had 6, meaning Turkey would get last seed from the Best 3rds and advance to the Round of 16.
Turkey and South Korea draw each other in a locked game where the few occasions each side gets transforms into a goal.
Turkey cannot force a win against an inferior South Korean squad, but they managed to hold on against Chile even though they were given as superior, even narrowly winning. The last confrontation against Poland will be decisive for the Turks.
Poland narrowly avoid disaster at the hands of South Korea, as the Poles win by a single goal against a shiny South Korean squad.
No miracle for Turkey, as Poland grab their third win in a row against Turkey, nearly condemning the Turks.
South Korea hold another draw against Chile. With that, South Korea takes second seed from Group B, on goals scored. The third seed, which could be a potential qualifier, would then go to Turkey on goals scored. With both Belgium and Turkey tied for the last 3rd place seed for the Round of 16, a count of the amount of red cards and yellow cards was done. The Belgians had 10 yellow while the Turks only had 6, meaning Turkey would get last seed from the Best 3rds and advance to the Round of 16.
Pictures of Group Stages 1982
Group A : Greece and Czechoslovakia clash in Kaiserslautern
Group A : Australia manages to draw Greece in Cologne
Group B : Paolo Rossi and Socrates battle it out in the game between Italy and Brazil in a packed Waldstation
Group B : Brazilian players in action against Ghana
Group C : France's Platini in action against Honduras
Group C : Paraguay score first against Spain in their second game
Group D: Northern Irish players celebrate their win over Belgium
Group D : Trevor Francis celebrates his first goal of the tournament against Belgium
Group E : West Germany annihilates Austria at Gelsenkirchen
Group E : Yugoslavia battles El Salvador to take second seed from Group E
Group F : Poland celebrate Lato's 83rd minute goal against Turkey, as Poland goes unbeaten in the Group Stages
Group F : South Korea in action against Chile. The Tigers managed to hold a draw and qualify for the Round of 16 on goal average
Round of 16 1982
The Round of 16 starts off with Czechoslovakia against Turkey. The Czech squad manages to barely pull off a victory, as the final scoreline doesn't represent how close the game was.
In the second game, Brazil were expected to completely destroy the South Korean Tigers. However, the Tigers held on firm, only conceding the loss by a single goal.
The real big game of this Round of 16 pitted West Germany against England. Both teams put ahead rough styles of play, resulting in many yellow cards and two penalties. The first half belonged to Germany, as Mills fouled Müller who then beat Shilton on the penalty. Dremmler then accentuated the German lead right before half time. With a renewed will to win, England shocked Germany, presenting much more resistance. An unlucky tackle from Kaltz brings Francis down in the penalty area. The Englishman does himself justice and brings it to 2-1. Less than 5 minutes later, on a corner kick, Hoddle heads in the equalizer. Then on both teams tried to score before the end, without any success. Rummenigge got denied a goal at the 87th minute, while Francis hit the post at the 89th. Both teams would have to go the distance. Right before half-time in extra time, Rummenigge scored from afar, bringing in to 3-2. England never could reply before the end of the 120 minutes and left the tournament on June 28th, during the Round of 16.
Earlier, Spain had easily beaten Greece, as the Spanish looked very strong. The Quarter-Final confrontation between West Germany and Spain could prove to be an enjoyable game.
The other side of the bracket saw the last British team getting kicked out, as Australia pull off an incredible upset against Northern Ireland. The Australians managed to resist and take it to extra time, eliminating the Northern Irish and launching Australia to their second quarter-final in their history.
The Dutch continue to disappoint. After the quarter-final exit in 1978, the Dutch are kicked out by a reinforced French squad at the Round of 16 in 1982. The French renew with success and reach their first Quarter-Finals since 1970.
The Poles continue their good performances, striking down Yugoslavia and heading straight towards the Quarter-Finals.
Finally, Italy completely destroy Honduras and head to an epic clash with Poland. Honduras do manage to reach the Round of 16, a their players are celebrated as heroes at their return in Tegucigalpa.
In the second game, Brazil were expected to completely destroy the South Korean Tigers. However, the Tigers held on firm, only conceding the loss by a single goal.
The real big game of this Round of 16 pitted West Germany against England. Both teams put ahead rough styles of play, resulting in many yellow cards and two penalties. The first half belonged to Germany, as Mills fouled Müller who then beat Shilton on the penalty. Dremmler then accentuated the German lead right before half time. With a renewed will to win, England shocked Germany, presenting much more resistance. An unlucky tackle from Kaltz brings Francis down in the penalty area. The Englishman does himself justice and brings it to 2-1. Less than 5 minutes later, on a corner kick, Hoddle heads in the equalizer. Then on both teams tried to score before the end, without any success. Rummenigge got denied a goal at the 87th minute, while Francis hit the post at the 89th. Both teams would have to go the distance. Right before half-time in extra time, Rummenigge scored from afar, bringing in to 3-2. England never could reply before the end of the 120 minutes and left the tournament on June 28th, during the Round of 16.
Earlier, Spain had easily beaten Greece, as the Spanish looked very strong. The Quarter-Final confrontation between West Germany and Spain could prove to be an enjoyable game.
The other side of the bracket saw the last British team getting kicked out, as Australia pull off an incredible upset against Northern Ireland. The Australians managed to resist and take it to extra time, eliminating the Northern Irish and launching Australia to their second quarter-final in their history.
The Dutch continue to disappoint. After the quarter-final exit in 1978, the Dutch are kicked out by a reinforced French squad at the Round of 16 in 1982. The French renew with success and reach their first Quarter-Finals since 1970.
The Poles continue their good performances, striking down Yugoslavia and heading straight towards the Quarter-Finals.
Finally, Italy completely destroy Honduras and head to an epic clash with Poland. Honduras do manage to reach the Round of 16, a their players are celebrated as heroes at their return in Tegucigalpa.
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The good thing about not Argentina qualifying to 1982 and 1986, is perhaps Maradona less addict, less superstar after 1986, so for 1990 is kinda likely he will arrive in better shape, huge glory hunger, and no ephedrine problems in 1994
Pictures of Round of 16 1982
Czechoslovakia battle it out with Turkey
Brazilian fans celebrate the victory over South Korea
England and West Germany battle it out in extra time
Spain continue their march through WC1982 by beating Greece
Northern Ireland's Hamilton equalizes against Australia
French midfielders on the offensive versus the Netherlands
Boniek celebrates his second goal against Yugoslavia, sending Poland to the Quarter-Finals
Italy celebrate as they knock out Honduras
Quarter-Finals 1982
The first game pitted Czechoslovakia against Brazil. Once again Brazil were expected to easily defeat the Czechs, and once again Brazil failed to deliver. After a still first half, Socrates finally opened the score, putting Brazil onto good rails. However, the Czechs quickly answered back. Jurkemik heads in a corner kick to qualize. From then, Brazil were taken to extra time. They were once again saved by Socrates, who after a beautiful collective action managed to score. However, although Brazil won, they were severely battered at their confidence took a hit.
Hosts West Germany were on a good roll as they faced against Spain. The stars were aligned for West Germany to have a great performance, however the stadium was quickly silenced as Santanilla scored the first goal in the match. From then on Germany pushed to equalize and eventually did so right before the end of the first half. Knowing they would crumble in the second half, Spain locked down their defenses and held Germany to a draw. West Germany then continued to push, but they made more and more mistakes, exposing their flanks to deadly Spanish counterattacks. In a way, although there were no goals, extra time was much more interesting than the second half. For the first time, a penalty shootout would decide who advanced. Camacho was the first to shoot, however his attempt was saved by Schumacher. Breitner then went on to give the advantage to Germany. Santanilla, Hrubesch, Strustegui and Rummenigge all scored theirs. With pressure on to succeed, Alonso scored his, but Bernd Förster's attempt went over the bar, evening the score. However, Juanito's attempt would strike the post. Littbarski didn't falter and sent West Germany to the semi-finals.
Once again Australia were faced up against a big name in the quarter finals. Unfortunately they could not make the upset happen as Platini ran amock in the Australian defense, taking 4 goals for himself, equaling Rossi's record established sometime earlier against Honduras.
The real big game was between Poland and Italy. Both teams were among the favorites to win it all, as the road to the final became clearer and clearer. Rossi immediately scored to open up this quarter-final. Poland's response was immediate, with Matysik taking a cross from Lato and bringing it straight into the net. With the scored evened after 10 minutes, both teams startred judging each other once more. It was Italy who scored the second bow though, with a volley from Graziani. Poland would try to bring it back, but to no avail, as the Italian defense stood strong for the rest of the match, eliminating Poland and sending Italy to the semi-finals.
Hosts West Germany were on a good roll as they faced against Spain. The stars were aligned for West Germany to have a great performance, however the stadium was quickly silenced as Santanilla scored the first goal in the match. From then on Germany pushed to equalize and eventually did so right before the end of the first half. Knowing they would crumble in the second half, Spain locked down their defenses and held Germany to a draw. West Germany then continued to push, but they made more and more mistakes, exposing their flanks to deadly Spanish counterattacks. In a way, although there were no goals, extra time was much more interesting than the second half. For the first time, a penalty shootout would decide who advanced. Camacho was the first to shoot, however his attempt was saved by Schumacher. Breitner then went on to give the advantage to Germany. Santanilla, Hrubesch, Strustegui and Rummenigge all scored theirs. With pressure on to succeed, Alonso scored his, but Bernd Förster's attempt went over the bar, evening the score. However, Juanito's attempt would strike the post. Littbarski didn't falter and sent West Germany to the semi-finals.
Once again Australia were faced up against a big name in the quarter finals. Unfortunately they could not make the upset happen as Platini ran amock in the Australian defense, taking 4 goals for himself, equaling Rossi's record established sometime earlier against Honduras.
The real big game was between Poland and Italy. Both teams were among the favorites to win it all, as the road to the final became clearer and clearer. Rossi immediately scored to open up this quarter-final. Poland's response was immediate, with Matysik taking a cross from Lato and bringing it straight into the net. With the scored evened after 10 minutes, both teams startred judging each other once more. It was Italy who scored the second bow though, with a volley from Graziani. Poland would try to bring it back, but to no avail, as the Italian defense stood strong for the rest of the match, eliminating Poland and sending Italy to the semi-finals.
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Nice chapter, a real nail biter in the germany vs spain match.
@Wings Did you post somewhere who gets the 1986 WC? Only saw the post where you asked. I could see Canada and the USA in a combined bid or USA alone.
My choice: Italy(D)
My breakdown on who gets it:
Yugoslavia was in the middle of their breakup in the 80s and would just lead to another WC moved. I dont think the FIFA wants to do that two times in a row so would vote for a safe choice.
When they vote in 1982 Iran is still in crisis mode after the revolution. I dont think Fifa would vote for them either.
Greece could be a contender, could be a nice gift from the European Community for joining. Not sure how good their football team is in that era but it could be a point in the votings.
Italy still has some problems with terrorists in 1982 so some concerns but overall the strongest contender and the team also has a chance for playing good.
England is the safe choice. They will get it if the presentations from Italy and Greece arent up to the FIFA standarts.
@Wings Did you post somewhere who gets the 1986 WC? Only saw the post where you asked. I could see Canada and the USA in a combined bid or USA alone.
My choice: Italy(D)
My breakdown on who gets it:
Yugoslavia was in the middle of their breakup in the 80s and would just lead to another WC moved. I dont think the FIFA wants to do that two times in a row so would vote for a safe choice.
When they vote in 1982 Iran is still in crisis mode after the revolution. I dont think Fifa would vote for them either.
Greece could be a contender, could be a nice gift from the European Community for joining. Not sure how good their football team is in that era but it could be a point in the votings.
Italy still has some problems with terrorists in 1982 so some concerns but overall the strongest contender and the team also has a chance for playing good.
England is the safe choice. They will get it if the presentations from Italy and Greece arent up to the FIFA standarts.
I will vote A. For me I do feel like the Australians wouldn't do well at this World Cup as Oceania wasn't really a dominant confederation during that time. We might of got through to the second round but I think that is properly where they would finish.