1970 World Cup: Problems for Brazil
As usual, Brazil also have
problems before the tournament. Their centre forward,
Tostao, has a serious eye injury and hasn't played for
nearly a year. There are also arguments in the dressing
room. A few days before the first match they change
manager.
Despite these
difficulties, Brazil quickly show that they once again had
a great team. In the first game, they beat Czechoslovakia
4-1, with two goals by Jairzinho, one by Pelé, and one by
Rivelino. Brazil's second victory, 1-0 over England was a
wonderful match, won by a goal by Jairzinho. It also
contained one of the greatest saves of all time from
England goalkeeper, Gordon Banks. See
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