1958 FIFA World Cup Final - Agne Simonsson
Agne Simonsson scored Sweden’s second goal late in the match, although Brazil’s earlier attacking display had put the result beyond reach.
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1958 in Sweden
Explore 16 historical events and records for Sweden in 1958.
Historical records for Sweden in 1958
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June
1958 FIFA World Cup Final - Gunnar Gren
Gunnar Gren contributed experienced ball distribution in Sweden’s midfield despite the hosts suffering a 5–2 defeat to Brazil.
1958 Final Opening Goal
Scores Sweden's opening goal against Brazil in the World Cup final.
October
First Pacemaker Implant Device
Creates a compact electronic device supporting an abnormally slow heartbeat.
Implantable Pacemaker
Designs the first implantable cardiac pacemaker used in a patient.
Other events (month unknown)
Cambridge Doctorate
Receives his doctorate from Cambridge after advanced study of international and constitutional law.
Goal Opens Semi-Final Scoring
Skoglund scored Sweden's equaliser against West Germany during a 3-1 semi-final victory that secured a place in the final.
Goalkeeping in Sweden's World Cup Final
Svensson started in goal for the host nation in the 1958 World Cup final, facing a Brazil side inspired by teenage Pelé.
Hamrin Joins Fiorentina from Padova
Kurt Hamrin transfers to Fiorentina and begins a prolific nine-season spell that makes him one of the club's greatest goalscorers.
Home Finals Midfield Campaign
Börjesson played in Sweden's midfield as the home team progressed to the 1958 World Cup final against Brazil.
Home World Cup Silver Medal
Gustavsson formed part of the Swedish defence that reached the 1958 final before losing 5-2 to Brazil.
Marking Assignment in 1958 Final
Parling brought ball-winning work to Sweden's midfield in the final against Brazil, whose pace and movement decided the contest.
Semi-Final Goal Against West Germany
Hamrin scored Sweden's third goal in the semi-final victory over West Germany, sending the hosts into their first World Cup final.
Swedish Left-Back in Historic Final
Axbom was part of the Swedish back line in the World Cup final, when Brazil's wide forwards repeatedly tested the hosts.
World Cup Final Defensive Test
Bergmark confronted Brazil's formidable attack in Sweden's home World Cup final as the hosts ultimately finished runners-up.
World Cup Finalist Midfield Role
Johansson helped Sweden build play during its 1958 campaign and belonged to the side beaten by Brazil in the championship match.
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