EPISODE · Jun 17, 2026 · 33 MIN
Mexico 1970 PT2: The World Cup That Changed Football Forever
from If You Know Your History: A Podcast of Remarkable Football Stories · host North One
The World Cup finally kicks off in Mexico 1970 — and football is never the same again. In the second part of this deep dive, Jonny Owen and Mark Webster explore why this tournament is still regarded as the greatest World Cup ever. From Pele's Brazil and Gordon Banks' miraculous save to Bobby Moore's Colombian controversy and England's status as world champions, this is the story of the tournament that defined modern football. Featuring the greatest team, the greatest save, and some of the most iconic moments the game has ever seen #ifyouknowyourhistory #worldcup #mexico70 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
What this episode covers
The World Cup finally kicks off in Mexico 1970 — and football is never the same again. In the second part of this deep dive, Jonny Owen and Mark Webster explore why this tournament is still regarded as the greatest World Cup ever. From Pele's Brazil and Gordon Banks' miraculous save to Bobby Moore's Colombian controversy and England's status as world champions, this is the story of the tournament that defined modern football. Featuring the greatest team, the greatest save, and some of the most iconic moments the game has ever seen #ifyouknowyourhistory #worldcup #mexico70 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
NOW PLAYING
Mexico 1970 PT2: The World Cup That Changed Football Forever
No transcript for this episode yet
Similar Episodes
Mar 26, 2026 ·1m
Mar 19, 2026 ·34m
Feb 18, 2026 ·11m
Feb 11, 2026 ·45m