Back of the Net's alternative Mexico '86: half-hearted waves, moral victories and sweaty delirium

World Cup 1986 was held in Mexico, owing to the now-abandoned rule that at least one World Cup per decade should take place there. It is best remembered for the emergence of a thrilling Denmark side, the Mexican Wave, and Diego Maradona winning the trophy literally single-handedly.

Mexican Wave

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