English Learning for Curious Minds #450 | The 1978 World Cup in Argentina
Feb 29, 2024
Exploring the dark and controversial 1978 FIFA World Cup in Argentina, with dirty tactics, political corruption, allegations of bribery, unfair advantages, and protests against the backdrop of a brutal military dictatorship. The victory was marred by suspicions, leading to the legacy of the 'Dirtiest World Cup in History'.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Controversies Surrounding the 1978 World Cup Final in Argentina
02:40 • 4min
The Mothers of the Plaza de Mayo and the Tragic Fate of the Disappeared
06:38 • 3min
The Dark Backdrop of the 1978 World Cup in Argentina
09:35 • 8min
Controversy Surrounding Argentina's Victory in the 1978 World Cup
18:02 • 3min