1990 World Cup Semi-Final

A quarter-final defeat that ended Brazil's 1990 World Cup hopes.

The Brazil national team faced West Germany in the 1990 World Cup quarter-final on June 25, 1990. The match ended in a 1-0 defeat for Brazil, eliminating them from the tournament.

Quick Facts

Event: 1990 FIFA World Cup Semi-Final
Date: July 4, 1990
Venue: Stadio Olimpico, Rome, Italy
Result: Argentina 0–0 (3–2 on penalties)
Key figure brazil: Careca
Key figure argentina: Diego Maradona

Lore & Background

West Germany went on to win the 1990 World Cup, their third title. Brazil's exit in the quarter-finals marked the first time since 1974 that they failed to reach the semi-finals.

Reader's Guide

This match is often remembered for Brazil's inability to break down a disciplined West German defense, despite dominating possession. The only goal was scored by Andreas Brehme from a free kick.

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