Diadora, founded in 1948, began as a producer of high quality, mountain climbing boots.
Each FIFA World Cup since 1966 has its own mascot, starting with World Cup Willie (a lion).
The Netherlands' Ernie Brandt is the only man to score a goal for both teams in a World Cup game, accomplishing the feat in 1978.
Hungary scored 27 goals in the 1954 World Cup, more than any other country in a single World Cup.
Manchester City has the largest pitch of any club in the English Premier League: 116 x 77 yards.