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Season 1
An in-depth documentary looking back on the fifth edition of the World Cup, held in Switzerland, in which future competition powerhouse West Germany lifted the trophy for the first time.
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An in-depth documentary looking back on the fifth edition of the World Cup, held in Switzerland, in which future competition powerhouse West Germany lifted the trophy for the first time. England exited at the quarter-final stage while Scotland failed to progress from their group.
An in-depth documentary looking back on the 1958 World Cup, hosted by Sweden, which saw a Pele-inspired Brazil claim their first global crown.
An in-depth documentary looking back on the 1958 World Cup, hosted by Sweden, which saw a Pele-inspired Brazil claim their first global crown.
An in-depth documentary looking back on the seventh World Cup, hosted by Chile and won by South American neighbours Brazil for a second successive occasion. The magic of Garrincha
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An in-depth documentary looking back on the seventh World Cup, hosted by Chile and won by South American neighbours Brazil for a second successive occasion. The magic of Garrincha ensured the injured Pele's absence was not missed, while England exited at the quarter-final stage.
An in-depth documentary looking back on the eighth World Cup, which was won by hosts England. Led by Sir Alf Ramsey and captained by Bobby Moore, England beat West Germany 4-2 after
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An in-depth documentary looking back on the eighth World Cup, which was won by hosts England. Led by Sir Alf Ramsey and captained by Bobby Moore, England beat West Germany 4-2 after extra time in one of the most exciting and controversial World Cup finals of all time, Sir Geoff Hurst immortalising himself with a hat trick.
An in-depth documentary looking back on the 1970 World Cup in Mexico, which saw Brazil legend Pele make his final appearance on the world stage.
The 1970 tournament was the first to
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An in-depth documentary looking back on the 1970 World Cup in Mexico, which saw Brazil legend Pele make his final appearance on the world stage.
The 1970 tournament was the first to be broadcast in colour around the world. Carlos Alberto led a Brazilian side, often regarded as the greatest ever World Cup team, to their third global title - a feat that gave them permanent ownership of the Jules Rimet trophy.
An in-depth documentary looking back on the 1974 World Cup held in West Germany. The hosts were the eventual champions, although it was the team they beat in the final, the Netherlands,
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An in-depth documentary looking back on the 1974 World Cup held in West Germany. The hosts were the eventual champions, although it was the team they beat in the final, the Netherlands, who were the stars of the tournament.
The memorable Netherlands team introduced their brand of total football to the world at the 1974 tournament, which was the stage for Johan Cruyff to announce himself as a new football superstar with the birth of the 'Cruyff turn'.
An in-depth documentary looking back on the 1978 World Cup, where hosts Argentina lifted the trophy amid controversy and tickertape.
The 1978 tournament is remembered for the scoring
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An in-depth documentary looking back on the 1978 World Cup, where hosts Argentina lifted the trophy amid controversy and tickertape.
The 1978 tournament is remembered for the scoring exploits of Argentine striker Mario Kempes, not forgetting Scotland's Archie Gemmill's solo effort against the Netherlands, which became one of the most memorable goals in World Cup history.
An in-depth documentary looking back on the 1982 World Cup in Spain, which saw Argentina's Diego Maradona make his debut on the world stage.
Brazil's dazzling football lit up the 1982
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An in-depth documentary looking back on the 1982 World Cup in Spain, which saw Argentina's Diego Maradona make his debut on the world stage.
Brazil's dazzling football lit up the 1982 World Cup, but the flamboyant artistry of the likes of Falcao, Socrates and Zico was not enough to bring them a fourth trophy. Instead, it was Italy who triumphed, the goals of Paolo Rossi helping the Azzurri to their first World Cup triumph for 44 years.
An in-depth documentary looking back on the 1986 World Cup, which featured Diego Maradona's infamous Hand of God.
Maradona was the undisputed star of the tournament, scoring five
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An in-depth documentary looking back on the 1986 World Cup, which featured Diego Maradona's infamous Hand of God.
Maradona was the undisputed star of the tournament, scoring five goals as Argentina lifted the World Cup. However, it was his controversial goal against England in the quarter-final which lingered longest in the memory.
An in-depth documentary looking back on the 1990 World Cup in Italy, famous for England's semi-final penalty shoot-out heartache at the hands of West Germany.
Having seen off England,
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An in-depth documentary looking back on the 1990 World Cup in Italy, famous for England's semi-final penalty shoot-out heartache at the hands of West Germany.
Having seen off England, West Germany went on to lift the World Cup after beating Argentina in the final, but it was England's penalty misses - and Paul Gascoigne's tears - that defined an unforgettable tournament.
An in-depth documentary looking back on the 1994 tournament held in the USA, which saw the first World Cup final decided by penalties.
Bulgaria, inspired by Hristo Stoichkov, were the
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An in-depth documentary looking back on the 1994 tournament held in the USA, which saw the first World Cup final decided by penalties.
Bulgaria, inspired by Hristo Stoichkov, were the surprise package at a tournament which featured a number of shocks, including the Republic of Ireland's 1-0 win over eventual finalists Italy. Brazil became the first team to win the title for a fourth time when Italy's Roberto Baggio put the decisive penalty over the crossbar in the shootout.
An in-depth documentary looking back on the 1998 World Cup in France. Inspired by Zinedine Zidane, the tournament hosts lifted the famous trophy for the first time with victory over
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An in-depth documentary looking back on the 1998 World Cup in France. Inspired by Zinedine Zidane, the tournament hosts lifted the famous trophy for the first time with victory over Brazil in the final.
England's campaign ended with an eventful defeat by Argentina. Michael Owen announced himself on the world stage with a special goal, but David Beckham made himself public enemy number one after being sent off before his country were knocked out on penalties.
An in-depth documentary looking back on the 17th edition of the World Cup, played in Japan and South Korea - the only time the tournament has been staged across two countries. Brazil lifted the trophy for the fifth time in the competition's history.
An in-depth documentary looking back on the 17th edition of the World Cup, played in Japan and South Korea - the only time the tournament has been staged across two countries. Brazil lifted the trophy for the fifth time in the competition's history.
An in-depth documentary looking back on the first edition of the World Cup.
An in-depth documentary looking back on the first edition of the World Cup.
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An in-depth documentary looking back on the 18th edition of the World Cup, played in Germany. Italy lifted the trophy after defeating France in a penalty shoot-out, while England exited at the quarter-final stage.
An in-depth documentary looking back on the 18th edition of the World Cup, played in Germany. Italy lifted the trophy after defeating France in a penalty shoot-out, while England exited at the quarter-final stage.
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2010 - South Africa: The Official 2010 FIFA World Cup Film
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An in-depth documentary looking back on the 2010 World Cup in South Africa, which saw Spain lift the Jules Rimet trophy for the first time.
Having won Euro 2008 and sailed through
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An in-depth documentary looking back on the 2010 World Cup in South Africa, which saw Spain lift the Jules Rimet trophy for the first time.
Having won Euro 2008 and sailed through qualification, Spain were heavy favourites in South Africa, and they didn't disappoint. After losing their opening game of the tournament to Switzerland, the Spaniards went on a six-game winning run, failing to concede a single goal in the knock-out stages. Their impressive form - and their tika-taka style - eventually saw them beat the Dutch 1-0 in the final thanks to Andres Iniesta's extra-time goal..
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