Brazil beats Italy 4-1 to win 1970 World Cup
MEXICO CITY, Jun. 21, 1970 (AMP) — Mexico 70 : Brazil claimed a third FIFA World Cup crown with a 4-1 win against Italy (halftime: 1-1) in the final on Sunday at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City.
Brazilian forward Pelé opened the score in the 18th minute, before seeing Italy catch up in the 37th minute thanks to Roberto Boninsegna. 1-1 at half time. The Brazilians eventually won the game in the second period with three more goals by Gérson ('66), Jairzinho ('71) and Alberto ('86).
Fixtures and Results : Second Round
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Overview
Brazil at the World Cup
- 2 titles (1958, 1962)
- 9 appearances (first in 1930)
- 9 participations in the qualifications (first in 1930)
- Statistics: Champions (1958, 1962) Runners-up (1950) Third Place (1938)
Italy at the World Cup
- 2 titles (1934, 1938)
- 7 appearances (first in 1934)
- 8 participations in the qualifications (first in 1934)
- Statistics: Champions (1934, 1938)
Brazil
4:1
Italy
4:1 (1:1)
- 21 June 1970
- 12:00
- Mexico City
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