Belt game 471 · June 1, 1977 · World Cup
Bulgaria take the belt
Bulgaria beat Republic of Ireland 2–1 (FIFA World Cup qualification) at home to start reign 122 of the International belt, the 2nd for the franchise.
Republic of Ireland had held it since March 30, 1977, with 1 defense over 63 days.
Bulgaria held it for 168 days and 3 defenses, then lost it to France on November 16, 1977.
122Reign number
2Team's reign
3Defenses
168Days held
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