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Today in History: Brazil triumphs over Italy to win FIFA World Cup

7/17/2025

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On July 17, 1994, Brazil triumphed over Italy in the FIFA World Cup final at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California. After a tense match that ended 0–0, Brazil secured its fourth World Cup title by winning 3–2 in a penalty shootout. This victory marked Brazil's first time lifting the new FIFA World Cup Trophy.

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On July 17, 1994, Brazil triumphed over Italy in the FIFA World Cup final at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California. After a tense match that ended 0–0, Brazil secured its fourth World Cup title by winning 3–2 in a penalty shootout. This victory marked Brazil's first time lifting the new FIFA World Cup Trophy.