Brazil beats Chile to reach World Cup final
SANTIAGO, Jun. 13, 1962 (AMP) — Chile 62 : Brazil reached the FIFA World Cup final for the second time in their history with a 4-2 win against Chile (halftime: 2-1) on Wednesday afternoon at the Estadio Nacional de Chile in Santiago.
Garrincha and Vavá scored dual goals
Brazil dominated the first half thanks to goals from Garrincha ('9, '32). Leading 2-1 at the break, the Brazilians further widened their lead in the second period by scoring twice (Vavá '47, '78).
Fixtures and Results : Final Round
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Overview
Brazil at the World Cup
- 1 title (1958)
- 7 appearances (first in 1930)
- 7 participations in the qualifications (first in 1930)
- Statistics: Champions (1958) Runners-up (1950) Third Place (1938)
Chile at the World Cup
- 3 appearances (first in 1930)
- 5 participations in the qualifications (first in 1930)
Brazil
4:2
Chile
4:2 (2:1)
- 13 June 1962
- 14:30
- Santiago
World Cup History
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