Yugoslavia 1986 stamps – Football World Cup Mexico MNH

Yugoslavia 1986 stamps – Football World Cup Mexico MNH**

The 1986 FIFA World Cup, held in Mexico from May 31 to June 29, 1986, was the 13th edition of the tournament. It featured a 24-team format and was won by Argentina, captained by Diego Maradona, who played a pivotal role in their victory. Maradona scored the famous “Hand of God” goal and the “Goal of the Century” in the quarter-final against England. Argentina defeated West Germany 3-2 in the final at Mexico City’s Estadio Azteca. The tournament also saw the introduction of the Mexican wave spectator phenomenon. Notably, this World Cup marked the first appearances of Canada, Denmark, and Iraq at the final stage.The tournament format included six groups of four teams each, with the top two teams and the four best third-place finishers advancing to the knockout round of 16 teams. Italy, the defending champions, were eliminated by France in the Round of 16. The official mascot of the 1986 World Cup was “Pique,” a jalapeño pepper, reflecting Mexican cuisine, with a moustache and a sombrero, wearing Mexican football team colors. The character sparked controversy due to ethnic stereotypes.In the quarter-finals, Argentina faced England in a highly anticipated match that included Maradona’s infamous “Hand of God” goal and the “Goal of the Century.” Argentina emerged victorious with a 2-1 win, advancing to win the World Cup.

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