The final spherical of Group Stage matches are on on the FIFA World Cup 2022. Heavyweight groups like Brazil, France, Portugal are by to the Spherical of 16. For spectators, who’re new to the FIFA World Cup motion, following the final spherical of the group matches generally is a difficult affair. Firstly, loads of permutation might be at play with Spherical of 16 berths at stake. Secondly, the ultimate two matches of a gaggle occur concurrently, thus making it a busy affair for the followers.
However why do two matches happen concurrently, when separate timings make it simpler for everyone? Th reply lies in a controversial incident that occurred on the 1982 World Cup, higher often called, ‘The shame of Gijon’.
It occurred throughout a match between West Germany and Austria on the El Molinon stadium in Gijon, Spain.
It was the ultimate sport of Group 2. Algeria and Chile, different groups within the group, had performed a day earlier than. Going into the ultimate day, Austria had been on the pole place with 4 factors (objective distinction +3) from two video games. The second-placed Algeria had been additionally on 4 factors from three video games however behind on objective distinction (0). West Germany had been third with two factors (objective distinction +2) from two video games. The fourth crew – Chile – was eradicated from the race after shedding all their three matches.
So mainly, the equation for West Germany to qualify was that they needed to beat Austria by a margin of at the very least one objective to get to 4 factors and higher Algeria on objective distinction. For Austria to qualify, the equation was that they need to not lose by a margin of greater than two.
The Germans took a lead within the tenth minute after a objective from Horst Hrubesch. After that objective, each groups confirmed no actual intent of scoring. Spectators accused the perimeters of fixing the consequence, however FIFA mentioned they didn’t break any guidelines.
After this match, FIFA revised the system and from thereon ultimate two video games in every group is performed concurrently.
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