1950 July 16th
Maracana Winning Goal
Scores Uruguay's decisive second goal against Brazil in the final-round match.
Football player and manager history
Alcides Ghiggia
Explore 2 football history records associated with Alcides Ghiggia, arranged by year, month, day and event. Entries may concern different clubs or national teams during the person’s career.
Historical events
1950 July 16th
World Cup Winner
Alcides Ghiggia shoots past Brazil's goalkeeper to give Uruguay a 2-1 lead, securing one of the most celebrated upsets in World Cup history.