1933day.year
The first rugby union test match between the Wallabies of Australia and the Springboks of South Africa is played at Newlands Stadium in Cape Town.
Australia’s Wallabies and South Africa’s Springboks meet for their inaugural rugby union test in Cape Town.
On July 8, 1933, Newlands Stadium hosted the first official rugby union test between the Wallabies and Springboks. The match marked the beginning of one of international rugby’s oldest rivalries. Both teams showcased physical play and strategic kicking on the South African turf. Despite a close contest, the hosts secured victory, thrilling local supporters. The fixture helped popularize rugby across Australia and South Africa. It remains a celebrated chapter in the sport’s rich international heritage.
1933
rugby union
test match
Wallabies of Australia
Springboks of South Africa
Newlands Stadium
Cape Town
1980day.year
The inaugural 1980 State of Origin game is won by Queensland who defeat New South Wales 20–10 at Lang Park.
The first-ever State of Origin rugby game saw Queensland defeat New South Wales at Lang Park.
On July 8, 1980, Queensland and New South Wales faced off in the inaugural State of Origin match at Brisbane's Lang Park. Breaking from traditional interstate selection rules, players represented their state of origin rather than their current club location. Queensland triumphed 20–10, thrilling home fans and establishing a fierce new sporting rivalry. The success of the match led to the annual State of Origin series, now considered one of rugby league's greatest competitions. The event revolutionized Australian sports by emphasizing state pride and high-intensity play.
1980
1980 State of Origin game
Queensland
New South Wales
Lang Park
1990day.year
West Germany win the FIFA World Cup final against defending champions Argentina, with Andreas Brehme scoring the game's only goal.
West Germany defeated Argentina 1-0 in the 1990 FIFA World Cup final, with Andreas Brehme scoring the decisive goal.
On July 8, 1990, West Germany defeated Argentina 1-0 in the FIFA World Cup final held in Rome.
Andreas Brehme scored the only goal of the match with a penalty in the 85th minute.
This win earned West Germany its third World Cup title, the first since reunification talks began.
The final was a rematch of the 1986 game, adding historical tension to the encounter.
Fans celebrated nationwide as the team secured its place in football history.
The match is remembered for Brehme's composure under pressure and the defensive resilience of both sides.
1990
West Germany
FIFA World Cup final
Argentina
Andreas Brehme
2014day.year
The Brazil national football team suffers its joint-worst defeat, losing 7–1 to Germany in the semi-finals of the FIFA World Cup, in a match dubbed the Mineiraço.
Brazil suffered a historic 7–1 defeat to Germany in the 2014 FIFA World Cup semi-final, known as the 'Mineirazo'.
On July 8, 2014, at Estádio Mineirão in Belo Horizonte, Brazil faced Germany in the FIFA World Cup semi-finals.
Germany scored five goals within the first 29 minutes, stunning the home crowd.
The match ended 7–1, marking Brazil's joint-worst-ever international defeat and its worst in World Cup history.
The absence of star players and defensive breakdowns contributed to the lopsided scoreline.
Brazilian fans and commentators were left in disbelief as goals continued to flow past the overwhelmed defense.
The game, dubbed the 'Mineirazo', remains a stark symbol of football unpredictability and national heartbreak.
Brazil national football team
7–1
Germany
FIFA World Cup