20 greatest upsets in World Cup history


[post_page_title]Algeria 2-1 West Germany, Spain 1982[/post_page_title]
Algeria were well-known in Africa for being an incredible team, but beyond their own continent, not many people knew anything about their players. As they lined up against the formidable West Germany, few had given them a chance. Algeria were quicker and more athletic than the Germans, and they used their speed to beat them that day. After winning another group game, Algeria watched on as Austria and West Germany played out the only result that would see the African nation eliminated, many argue they fixed the game to eliminate Algeria.

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