Spain 1982 saw the number of entrants increased to 24 and two round robin stages used to determine the semi-finalists. Brazil, with the likes of Zico, Eder and Socrates in full flow, caught the eye in ...

SUPRISES: Algeria provided the biggest upset of the tournament by beating European powerhouse West Germany in the group stage. FORMAT: Four teams in six groups in the preliminary stage, group winners ...

Every Monday, FIFA spotlights a World Cup record. This recalls Norman Whiteside grabbing one from Pele at Spain 1982. Norman Whiteside grew up hearing his dad wax lyrical about two men. One was George ...

Over the years, the World Cup has evolved and the 1982 edition saw another novelty—the first penalty shootout. Six years prior, the 1976 European Championship final between Czechoslovakia and West ...

An unforgettable team from Spain 1982 provide the latest focal point on our journey towards Qatar 2022. The FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ is now just 48 days away. The FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ is now ...

Spain will enter the 2026 FIFA World Cup as one of the odds-on favorites. Here's a look at how their journey will begin.

England were back and Brazil sparkled but it was Italy who emerged triumphant thanks to a reborn Paolo Rossi. England return, Brazil star but Rossi and Italy win I had just turned 13 when the World ...