1978–80 Nordic Football Championship facts for kids
| Final positions | |
|---|---|
| Champions |  Denmark (2nd title) |
| Runners-up |  Sweden |
| Third place |  Norway |
| Fourth place |  Finland |
| Tournament statistics | |
| Matches played | 12 |
| Goals scored | 30 (2.5 per match) |
Get ready to learn about the 1978–80 Nordic Football Championship! This was the 12th time this exciting football tournament happened. Four countries from the Nordic region played: Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden. Denmark showed great skill and ended up winning their second title in this competition.
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What Was the Nordic Football Championship?
The Nordic Football Championship was a special football tournament. It brought together national teams from Nordic countries. These teams competed against each other over several years. It was a way for these neighboring countries to test their football skills.
How Did the 1978–80 Tournament Work?
The 1978–80 tournament was the 12th one in its history. Each of the four teams played against every other team. They played home and away matches. This meant each team played a total of six games. Points were given for wins and draws. The team with the most points at the end won the championship.
Final Results and Standings
After all the matches were played, the teams were ranked. This table shows how each country performed. You can see how many games they played. It also shows how many they won, drew, or lost.
| Team | Pld | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denmark |
6 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 9 | 3 | +6 | 11 |
| Sweden |
6 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 6 | +1 | 6 |
| Norway |
6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 11 | 9 | +2 | 5 |
| Finland |
6 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 12 | –9 | 2 |
Who Won the Championship?
As you can see from the table, Denmark was the champion! They won 5 out of their 6 games. They also had one draw and no losses. This amazing performance gave them 11 points. They scored 9 goals and only let in 3. This shows they had a very strong defense and attack.
How Did Other Teams Do?
Sweden came in second place. They won half of their games. They finished with 6 points. Norway was close behind in third place. They had 5 points. Finland finished in fourth place. They tried their best but didn't win any games. They managed two draws.
Why Was This Tournament Important?
The Nordic Football Championship was more than just games. It helped the national teams get better. Players gained valuable experience. It also brought the Nordic countries closer through sports. These tournaments were a big deal for football fans in the region. They loved cheering for their home teams.
