1974 FIFA World Cup
The stadium was one of the venues for the 1974 FIFA World Cup.
The following games were played at the stadium during the World Cup of 1974:
| Date | Time (CEST) | Team #1 | Res. | Team #2 | Round | Spectators |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 June 1974 | 18.00 | Italy | 3–1 | Haiti | Group 4 | 51,100 |
| 19 June 1974 | 19.30 | Haiti | 0–7 | Poland | Group 4 | 23,400 |
| 23 June 1974 | 16.00 | Argentina | 4–1 | Haiti | Group 4 | 24,000 |
| 6 July 1974 | 16.00 | Brazil | 0–1 | Poland | Third place match | 74,100 |
| 7 July 1974 | 16.00 | Netherlands | 1–2 | West Germany | Final | 74,100 |
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