12 June 1980

Thursday

1980-06-12

TV

 * ITV: The Mallens (S2E3)


 * BBC One
 * 4.35 pm International Match of the Day featuring exclusive live coverage of England v Belgium. From the Stadio Communale, Turin, the whole of England's first game in the European Football Championship with comment from Jimmy Hill, Lawrie Mcmenemy and Lou Macari. England's recent results, particularly against Argentina, have made them many people's favourites. It would be a mistake to underestimate Belgium, remembering their 3-1 win over Scotland at Hampden Park.Commentator John Motson with summaries from Bobby Charlton. Group Two ENGLAND, ITALY, BELGIUM, SPAIN.
 * The match was a 1-1 draw. Englandscored first with a goal by Ray Wilkins at 26'.
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