World Cup · Spain
1982 — Italy win the World Cup
The first 24-team World Cup, and the tournament that made Paolo Rossi a national figure after his return from a betting ban. Italy beat Brazil, Poland and West Germany in succession.
Final
ItalyWinner
3–1
West GermanyRunner-up
Santiago Bernabéu, Madrid
24teams
Paolo Rossitop scorer · 6
Tournament note
The group stage format changed again after the “Disgrace of Gijón”.
The final score above includes extra time and penalties where relevant. The top scorer figure is FIFA’s official record for that tournament.