Multiple choice general knowledge sports

Which two neighboring countries fought a three day battle over a World Cup Qualifying match in 1969 ?

  1. India and Pakistan

  2. Mexico and Panama

  3. Honduras and El Salvador

  4. Israel and Egypt

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Honduras and El Salvador fought the Football War in 1969, triggered by World Cup qualifying matches. While tensions existed over immigration and land disputes, the football matches ignited existing hostilities. The conflict lasted about 100 hours (4 days), not exactly 3, but this is the correct answer.