1982 FIFA World Cup

High school (ages 12+)
Sports & Games

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

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Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the tournament duration?June 13 - July 11, 1982
2. What is the final score?Italy 3 - 1 West Germany
3. What happened at the 1982 FIFA World Cup in Spain?The 1982 World Cup was held in Spain from June 13 to July 11. It was the first time 24 teams played and it introduced penalty shootouts. Italy won the tournament.
4. Who won the 1982 World Cup and who did they beat in the final?Italy won the 1982 World Cup by beating West Germany 3-1 in the final match.

Knockout Stage: The phase of a tournament where losers are eliminated, and winners advance to the next round.
Sportsmanship: Fair and honorable behavior in sports, respecting opponents and rules.
Tactical Acumen: Skill in planning and directing the strategy of a team or game.