What Happened on July 8, 1990

Historical Events

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  • Brewers beat Angels 20-7, including 13 in 5th inning
  • FIFA World Cup Final, Stadio Olimpico, Rome, Italy: 85th minute penalty by Andreas Brehme gives West Germany, 1-0 win over Argentina
  • Trailing 7-0, Brewers tie Angels & then score 13 in 5th to win 20-7

Wimbledon Men's Tennis

Wimbledon Men's Tennis: Stefan Edberg beats Boris Becker 6-2, 6-2, 3-6, 3-6, 6-4 for his 2nd Wimbledon singles crown


Famous Deaths

  • Howard Duff, American actor (Flamingo Road, Knots Landing), dies of a heart attack at 76
  • Malcolm Hilton, English cricket slow left-arm (4 Tests), dies at 61
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About July 8, 1990

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 33 years, 9 months and 20 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Cancer

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Step By Step - New Kids On The Block
  • UK #1 Song: Sacrifice/Healing Hands - Elton John