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Today in History: America shocks England in historic World Cup upset

6/29/2026

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On 29 June 1950, the United States beat England 1-0 in a World Cup group match at Belo Horizonte’s Estádio Independência. The lone goal stunned the favored English side and marked one of football’s most famous upsets, propelling the U.S. team into World Cup history during Brazil’s 1950 tournament.

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On 29 June 1950, the United States beat England 1-0 in a World Cup group match at Belo Horizonte’s Estádio Independência. The lone goal stunned the favored English side and marked one of football’s most famous upsets, propelling the U.S. team into World Cup history during Brazil’s 1950 tournament.