1970 FIFA World Cup Final 1970 FIFA World Cup Final The 1970 FIFA World Cup Final was held on Sunday, 21 June, in the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, to determine the winner of the 1970 FIFA World Cup. This final, between Brazil and Italy, marked the first time that two former world champions met in a final; Italy had previously won the World Cup in 1934 and 1938, while Brazil won in 1958 and 1962. Before the finals in Mexico, Brazil had to play qualifying matches against Colombia, Venezuela and Paraguay. Brazil was far superior, winning all six games, scoring 23 goals and conceding
Estadio Azteca high-profile matches. A commemorative bronze plaque of the "Game of the Century" played between Italy and West Germany, as well as Diego Maradona's "Goal of the Century" against England. There is also a commemorative plaque with the names of the first goal scorer in the inaugural match and in the first match played at night. Estadio Azteca has hosted a variety of international sporting competitions, including: Estadio Azteca The Estadio Azteca () is a multi purpose stadium located in Mexico City. It's the home ground of Club América, Cruz Azul, and the Mexico national team. With an official capacity of