1982 FIFA World Cup final
The 1982 FIFA World Cup Final was an anticlimactic, one-sided affair between an inspired Italy and a tired West German side. After a scoreless first half during which Antonio Cabrini fired a penalty wide of goal, Paolo Rossi again scored first by heading home a bouncing Claudio Gentile cross from close range. Once behind, the Germans threw more men forward at the expense of defence, which left large gaps at the back for Italy to counterattack. This led to the Azzurri scoring twice more, through Marco Tardelli's splendid shot from the edge of the area (and his legendary shouting and arm-pumping celebration), and Alessandro Altobelli at the end of a trademark counterattack led by nimble winger Bruno Conti. Italy's 3-0 lead appeared secure, encouraging Italian president Sandro Pertini to wag his finger at the cameras in a playful 'not going to catch us now' gesture. Paul Breitner scored West Germany's consolation goal seven minutes from time to wrap up the scoring.
Coming after the 1934 and 1938 victories, Italy had now drawn level with record champions Brazil.
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