North Korea to Win

World Cup 1966 North Korea surprised the world despite ever shock was then discontinued Portugal. Opportunity to cure the disappointment 44 years ago is now present in South Africa.

North Korea carries out its debut at the 1966 World Cup. In the first action group, Group 4, North Korea was hit by a formidable team of the Soviet Union 0-3.

Given that the group is also inhabited by Italians, no less formidable, North Korea just might be assessed as a cheerleader.

However, historical records are not. After the offset of Chile in the second game, North Korea beat Italy after stunning the world by a single goal Pak Doo-Ik. North Korea also qualified for the quarterfinals as group runners-up.

In the round of eight large, Chollima - a nickname that refers to the mythical figure of a winged horse in North Korea. His features are similar to horse Pegasus - still full of surprises. How not, within 25 minutes they are able to Portugal a 3-0 lead from those faced in round.

However, the shock of the magnitude of North Korea was defeated Eusebio. Mainstay 'Samba Europe' was the craze, and so inspirator revival of his team. Portugal finally turned around to win 5-3, removing the North from the World Cup.

Since then, North Korea like Cinderella who disappeared without a trace of the ball. They never again get to the World Cup finals. It was only in 2010 mat they can escape.

Direct fate brings his unique affinity with Portugal Korea, opponents have made 44 years ago they reap the results disappointing. So undoubtedly fight opponents Portugal, Monday (06/21/2010), will be a special moment for North Korea.

"The players have seen video (game year 1966) and have heard a lot about the game. I remember correctly those games," said coach Kim Jong-hun who watched that game 44 years ago while still a boy nine years old.

"This time the players will try to heal the disappointment at the time," Kim continued firmly told Reuters.

Judging by the appearance of North Korea insists the players lost 1-2 at Brazil's opponents in the first match, Portugal clearly should not be fighting spirit squad menyelepekan Kim concoction. Moreover, they will take to treat spirit of disappointment 44 years ago.