1990 FIFA World Cup Lists
The 1990 FIFA World Cup in Italy featured 24 teams and was won by West Germany, who defeated Argentina 1–0 in the final. It was known for defensive football, low scoring matches, and many games decided by penalties.
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- The winner of the tournament was West Germany. See the 1990 final standings, and the list of all winners.
- Franz Beckenbauer became the first person to win the FIFA World Cup both as a captain and as a coach. See more World Cup Firsts
- The top goal scorer in 1990 was Italian Salvatore Schillaci with six goals. See the Top Goal Scorers for 1990, and the list of all Golden Boot winners.
- The match format for 1990s comprised 24 teams competing in six groups of four. The top two teams from each group, along with the four best-ranked third-place teams, advanced to a knockout round of 16. See the format changes over the years.
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