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Ghiggia: Uruguay’s World Cup Hero
Category: Society & Culture
Duration: 00:08:56
Publish Date: 2015-07-20 04:18:00
Description: In 1950, Brazil hosted the World Cup and were the overwhelming favourites to win the tournament at the last match at the Maracana Stadium. But, in a defeat that hurts to this day, the Brazilians lost to Uruguay 2-1. Sporting Witness talks to Alcides Ghiggia, who scored the winning Uruguayan goal at what became known as the 'Maracanazo'. (Photo: Alcides Ghiggia celebrates the winning goal. Credit: AP)
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