England won the FIFA World Cup in 1966 on home soil. Against which team did they win the final?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. West Germany
- Step 1: The match was contested by England and West Germany, with England winning 4–2 after extra time to claim the Jules Rimet Trophy. Answer: West Germany. Why not the others: None of these fit: Argentina; Brazil; Portugal.
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