1986 World Cup: Classic Game
Belgium v USSR
The most exciting game of
the Round of Sixteen is Belgium’s 4 – 3 triumph over
the USSR.
Inspired by Vincenzo Scifo, the Belgians twice come from
behind in normal time. Many claim these goals were offside
You can see short
highlights here (commentary in Flemish). Listen to the
commentator laughing as Belgium
score!
In the first half of extra time Belgium finally take the
lead. They then score what looks like a winning third goal.
A minute later Igor Belanov keeps the tie alive by
completing his hat-trick. But Belgium hold on to win
through to the quarter finals.
Another extraordinary game in this round is Spain’s 5-1
victory over Denmark. Denmark enter the tournament with a
reputation for exciting football. They win their group,
defeating West Germany.
The first half is close. Denmark take the lead through a
penalty. Butragueno equalises just before the break.
But in the second half Spain dominate. The Real Madrid pair
of Michel and four-goal hero Emilio Butragueno reveal the
weakness in the Danish defence.
