Superclásico
Famous Matches/RivalriesThe match between Buenos Aires rivals Boca Juniors and River Plate. It is frequently cited as the most intense and passionate derby in the world.
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Hand of God Match
The 1986 World Cup quarter-final between Argentina and England, where Diego Maradona scored one illegal handball goal and one 'Goal of the Century'.
Battle of Santiago
The 1962 World Cup match between Chile and Italy, known for its extreme violence, requiring police intervention on the pitch multiple times.
Battle of Nuremberg
A 2006 World Cup match between Portugal and the Netherlands, infamous for a record 4 red cards and 16 yellow cards issued by referee Valentin Ivanov.
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