FIFA World Cup 1986 Mexico

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- 1986 World Cup was held in Mexico from May 31 until June 29. This time the championship was won by Argentina after beating Germany (formerly West Germany) in the final round with a score of 3-2. Tournament this time, originally a ration of Colombia as host. But in 1982 the Colombian state requirements are not complied with the rules of FIFA, the FIFA again choosing a host.

Mexico were chosen as a replacement in 1983 in Stockholm,Sweden compared to Canada and the United States.
This is the second time the World Cup for Mexico after becoming the first host in 1970. The earthquake that occurred in 1985 was not discouraged Sombrero Affairs for organizing this tournament.

The format different competition this time from 1982. 24 teams to qualify were divided into six groups. 16 best teams advance to the last 16 knockout. Learning from Germany and Austria adverse Algeria four years earlier, the last party group stage played simultaneously.

This event may be regarded as the Diego Armando Maradona's World Cup. Maradona, who was at the peak of its performance as champion led Argentina. The most memorable appearance was in the quarter-finals when "Tango Team" beat England on two goals.

The first goal is remembered the world as the "Hand of God goal". Maradona's second goal through a spectacular dribble through five English players. This goal was even mentioned as a goal of the 20th century.

France became the shines team in this time tournament. Les Bleus showed his class by beating defending champion Italy 2-0. After France defeat Brazil through a party called the best game of all time. Michel Platini and his team showed its prowess and goalkeeper Joel Bats become a hero in the penalty shoot-out which ended with the score 4-3. But eventually the might of France was stopped by Germany in the semi-finals.

Germany is returning to the finals after 1982, this time must repeat again disappointment. At the top of the party which took place at the Azteca Stadium German player can not stop the Maradona step which became inspiration of Argentina. Score 2-2 last until seven minutes before the final whistle, to be changed after Jorge Burruchaga through the Harald Schumacher's wicket . Score 3-2 for foster children Carlos Bilardo.

Gary Lineker from England captured the Golden Boot after collecting six goals during the championship. While the title of best player, 100 percent fell into the hands of El Pibe de Oro, Maradona.

At this event Canada and Iraq began their involvement in the World Cup. But both were eliminated in the group phase after never won any of the three parties that played.

For disciplinary problems, Uruguayan, Jose Batista, noted to be the fastest player gets a red card for less than one minute when the match takes place against Scotland.

World Cup Result:

Host: Mexico Number of participants: 121(24 in the final round) Champion: Argentina Number of matches: 52 Total goals: 132

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Average score: 2.54 Total audience: 2,407,431 Average viewers: 46 297 Top scorer: Gary Lineker (ENG) 6 goals Best player: Diego Maradona