Karl-Heinz Schnellinger
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Karl-Heinz Schnellinger was a German footballer who played as a defender.
Schnellinger in 1968
Schnellinger (top row, second from right) with the Rossoneri in 1970
Schnellinger (pictured center) in the match against Argentina at the 1966 World Cup
The semi-final of the 1970 FIFA World Cup between Italy and West Germany has been called the "Game of the Century". It was played on 17 June 1970 at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. Italy won 4–3 af
Karl-Heinz Schnellinger
…international goal came in stoppage time to draw 1–1 in the thrilling semi-final of the 1970 World Cup against Italy, which later became known as the "Game of the Century". His goal led to the famous German TV commentary line by Ernst Huberty "Ausgerechnet Schnellinger!" – roughly: "Of all the players, it's Schnellinger…
The plaque commemorating the match at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City