*Unique* West Germany Delegation Official FIFA WORLD CUP Argentina 1978 Group 2 Stage Pennant (Poland, Mexico and Tunisia) gifted to World Cup 1978 Referee.

*Provenance: World Cup 1978 Referee Collection*

The first round produced several surprises. Poland won Group 2 ahead of world champions West Germany, after holding the Germans to a goalless draw and then beating Tunisia and Mexico. The Germans then beat Mexico 6–0, and finally played out a second goalless draw against Tunisia. Although they failed to qualify for the second round, Tunisia made history by beating Mexico 3–1 while trailing 0–1 at half time. It was the first time that any African team had won a match at the World Cup finals.

Pennant details: 30cm tall and wide 20cm!