This Day in History: 2023-06-08

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JAIRZINHO THE HEARTBREAKER (1970)

The 1970 World Cup heroics of Bobby Moore and Gordon Banks against Brazil were not enough to save England in the heat of the Guadalajara Stadium. It was fitting that the final blow of the winning goal should be struck by Brazil striker Jairzinho, a player who went on to score in every round of the finals in Mexico. Moore had earlier spectacularly robbed the Brazilian poacher when he looked odds-on to score, but in the 59th minute Jairzinho had the final word and
scored the only goal of the game between the World Champions of 1962 and 1966.

At every World Cup one Brazilian player seems to showcase their own individual brilliance. In 1970 in Mexico it was Jairzinho’s turn to shine.