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1982 in Poland
Explore 13 historical events and records for Poland in 1982.
Historical records for Poland in 1982
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June
World Cup Hat Trick Against Belgium
Zbigniew Boniek scores a hat trick in Poland’s 3-0 victory over Belgium in the 1982 World Cup second group stage, putting the team on course for the semifinals.
July
Semifinal Qualification Against Soviet Union
Wlodzimierz Smolarek helps Poland preserve a scoreless draw with the Soviet Union through determined attacking movement and defensive work, a result that sends Poland into the World Cup semifinals.
Third Place Victory Over France
Zbigniew Boniek belongs to the Polish squad that defeats France 3-2 in the World Cup third-place match, although suspension keeps him out of the semifinal against Italy.
World Cup Bronze in Spain
Wladyslaw Zmuda anchors Poland’s defense during its second World Cup bronze-medal campaign and helps the team finish third after beating France 3-2.
November
Arrest of Lech Walesa
Walesa is released from prison
Arrest of Lech Walesa
Walesa is released from prison
Other events (month unknown)
Death of Wladyslaw Gomulka
Death of Wladyslaw Gomulka
Martial Law
Martial Law is suspended
Second Group Stage Midfield Contribution
Buncol provided energetic supporting runs during Poland's 1982 World Cup campaign as the side advanced into the semifinals.
Spain World Cup Bronze Goalkeeper
Młynarczyk protected the Polish goal during the 1982 World Cup, where the side beat France to secure third place.
Third Place Match Contribution
Majewski added defensive discipline from midfield as Poland defeated France 3-2 in the World Cup third-place playoff.
Third World Cup Appearance
Grzegorz Lato represents Poland at a third successive World Cup, adding experience to the squad that ultimately claims third place in Spain.
How these records were prepared
Generated from the World History Database historical_events table. Identical display records are collapsed; descriptions otherwise retain the stored text. Coverage and source quality vary. Check primary and specialist sources before citing individual historical claims.