The Game Of Their Lives

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Underdogs USA face off the mighty England in the 1950 World Cup. A 1-0 score, thanks to Gaetjens' goal, immortalizes a squad of ragtag dreamers in the annals of soccer history. Small-town heroes defy the odds and alter the sport's landscape forever.

The Game Of Their Lives Trivia

Who scored the winning goal for the U.S. in the 1950 World Cup match against England depicted in "The Game of Their Lives"? (Expert)
#1: Walter Bahr
#2: Frank Borghi
#3: Joe Gaetjens
#4: Harry Keough
Which U.S. city is featured in "The Game of Their Lives" as the home of the 1950 World Cup team? (Genius)
#1: New York
#2: St. Louis
#3: Los Angeles
#4: Chicago
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The Game Of Their Lives Fun Facts

The Game of Their Lives depicts the true story of the U.S. soccer team's shocking victory over England in the 1950 World Cup.
Stanley Matthews, one of England's most famous footballers, was controversially left out of the squad for the match.

The Game Of Their Lives Polls

Who is your favorite character in The Game of Their Lives
Frank Borghi
Gino Pariani
Joe Gaetjens
Walter Bahr
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What aspect of The Game of Their Lives do you find most compelling
The Characters
The Storyline
The Historical Accuracy
The Cinematography
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Timeline Highlights ( To Fictional )

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June 24, 1950

1950 FIFA World Cup Begins

The 1950 FIFA World Cup tournament kicks off in Brazil, marking the fourth edition of the World Cup and the first since World War II.

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June 29, 1950

United States vs England Match

The United States national soccer team achieves a historic 1-0 victory over England in the 1950 FIFA World Cup, a major upset in soccer history.

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July 16, 1950

1950 FIFA World Cup Ends

The 1950 FIFA World Cup concludes with Uruguay winning the tournament, but the U.S. team's unexpected victories gain lasting recognition.

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