Maracana Equalizer
Scores Uruguay's equalizer against Brazil before Ghiggia's winning goal.
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1950 in Uruguay
Explore 14 historical events and records for Uruguay in 1950.
Historical records for Uruguay in 1950
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Maracana Winning Goal
Scores Uruguay's decisive second goal against Brazil in the final-round match.
Uruguay World Cup Captain
Captains Uruguay in the decisive 2-1 victory over Brazil at the Maracana.
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.
World Cup Winner
Juan López Fontana manages Uruguay to the 1950 World Cup title after his team defeats heavily favoured Brazil in the decisive final-group match.
World Cup Winner
Roque Máspoli keeps goal for Uruguay during the decisive victory over Brazil, withstanding pressure before his teammates overturn the hosts' early lead.
World Cup Winner
Juan Alberto Schiaffino equalises for Uruguay against Brazil, transforming a hostile stadium atmosphere and reopening the 1950 championship contest.
World Cup Winner
Obdulio Varela captains Uruguay in the decisive final-round match against Brazil and rallies his side after the hosts take the lead at the Maracanã.
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Crucial Goals Before Brazil Decider
Míguez scores three goals against Bolivia during Uruguay's 1950 World Cup campaign, helping the team reach the decisive final-round matches.
Maracanazo Centre Back
Tejera defends against Brazil's celebrated forward line as Uruguay overturns a deficit to win the final round and secure the world championship.
Maracanã Midfield Link Play
Pérez supplies movement and distribution in Uruguay's decisive 2-1 victory against Brazil, helping the visitors withstand pressure in the Maracanã.
World Cup Final Round Defensive Work
Rodríguez Andrade helps close down Brazil's wide attacks in the title-deciding match, carrying forward the legacy of his uncle José Leandro Andrade.
World Cup Title Defence at Maracanã
González stands firm in Uruguay's defensive line during the decisive meeting with Brazil, frustrating the home side after its early second-half goal.
Youngest Starter in Title Decider
Morán starts the decisive match against Brazil as a teenager and helps Uruguay's attack stretch the hosts' defence during the famous 2-1 victory.
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