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Jan 8 • 12:56 UTC • 🇭🇷 Croatia • Index.hr

Snorted Maradona, colorful jerseys, and the murder of Escobar. The craziest World Cup ever

The 1994 World Cup marked a significant moment when soccer penetrated the American scene, blending global passion with American spectacle, showcasing colorful jerseys and the tragedy of Escobar's murder.

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