The 1990 Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) World Cup (Italia'90) got underway today with the opening match between World Cup title holders, Argentina, and Cameroon. The Irish team has arrived in Cagliari, Sardinia, for their opening match against England next Monday.

Report shows scenes from the opening ceremony at the San Siro Stadium in Milan.

Clips from the Argentina-Cameroon match, including the winning goal for Cameroon.

The Irish squad arriving at Cagliari Airport.

Crowds of media photographers and TV cameras thronging the Irish squad.

Irish Manager, Jack Charlton, speaking to the media.

The Irish squad arriving at their hotel.

The reporters are Bob Powell and Colm Murray.

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