Mexico and U.S. hosted World Cups that produced lasting soccer moments

The 1970, 1986 and 1994 World Cup editions, hosted by Mexico and the United States, produced sequences that continue to define the tournament's visual record. France 24 reported that Pelé collected his third title during the 1970 event in Mexico.

1970 Mexico tournament The same report noted that the 1970 competition supplied one of the earliest global television audiences for the event.

1986 Mexico tournament France 24 stated that the 1986 edition, also held in Mexico, contained a sequence widely referred to as the "Hand of God." The outlet added that the same tournament featured a goal described as the "Goal of the Century."