Today in News History

On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1302, Battle of the Golden Spurs (Guldensporenslag in Dutch): A coalition around the Flemish cities defeats the king of France's royal army. In 1958, Hugo Sánchez, Mexican footballer, coach, and manager was born. In 1969, Ned Boulting, British sports journalist and television presenter was born. In 1971, Pedro Rodríguez, Mexican racing driver (born 1940) passed away. In 1972, The first game of the World Chess Championship 1972 between challenger Bobby Fischer and defending champion Boris Spassky starts. In 1974, André Ooijer, Dutch footballer and coach was born. In 1975, Rubén Baraja, Spanish footballer and manager was born. In 1976, Eduardo Nájera, Mexican-American basketball player and coach was born. In 2010, Spain defeats the Netherlands to win the 2010 FIFA World Cup in Johannesburg. In 2024, Monte Kiffin, American football coach (born 1940) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.