Belt game 481 · June 2, 1978 · World Cup
Italy take the belt
Italy beat France 2–1 (FIFA World Cup) on a neutral floor to start reign 124 of the International belt, the 4th for the franchise.
France had held it since November 16, 1977, with 5 defenses over 198 days.
Italy held it for 19 days and 4 defenses, then lost it to Netherlands on June 21, 1978.
124Reign number
4Team's reign
4Defenses
19Days held