Patrick Battiston

Patrick Battiston

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Patrick Battiston is a retired French footballer known for his defensive skills and contributions to the French national team during the 1980s. He gained notoriety for a controversial incident during the 1982 World Cup semi-final against West Germany, where he suffered a severe injury from a reckless challenge by goalkeeper Toni Schumacher, leading to an iconic moment in football history. Battiston has been celebrated for his resilience and has remained a prominent figure in discussions about player safety and the evolution of the game.

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Patrick Battiston suffered serious injuries during a World Cup match against Germany.

ברד ירד בדרום ספרד: בחזרה למונדיאל 1982 - דרך כותרות העיתונים
ידיעות אחרונות (Yedioth Ahronoth / ynet)·IsraelIsrael· 2026-06-01
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Battiston suffered a severe injury during a match against Germany due to a brutal foul.

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El Universo – major Ecuadorian daily, est. 1921·EcuadorEcuador· 2026-02-22
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Patrick Battiston was referenced in a comparison regarding dangerous tackles in football.

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Le Monde·FranceFrance· 2025-03-01
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Patrick Battiston was referenced in relation to a dangerous play by Harald Schumacher.

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La Nación – main Costa Rican daily, est. 1946·Costa RicaCosta Rica· 2025-03-01
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Patrick Battiston was referenced in a comparison to a past incident involving a goalkeeper's dangerous play.

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Al Ittihad·United Arab EmiratesUnited Arab Emirates· 2025-03-01
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