The World Cup knockout phase begins in Russia on Saturday – without Germany and Italy. © APA/afp / YURI CORTEZ

For South Tyrol the most boring World Cup in 68 years

During a World Cup, South Tyrol's population is divided into two: some cheer for Germany, others cheer for Italy. Things are different this year: after the end of the preliminary round phase, both teams are no longer there - a boring scenario for South Tyrol's fans. When was the last time that both teams were no longer there in the knockout phase?

June 29, 2018

From: ds