The 1979–80 season was the 20th season of the

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, a

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tournament organised by

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for the cup winners from each of its member associations. The competition was won by Spanish club

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, who beat

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of England on

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after a goalless final at the

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in Brussels, Belgium. It was the only Cup Winners' Cup to be decided on penalties (although two previous finals had required replays). It was Valencia's third European title, adding to the two

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titles they won in the 1960s.

Preliminary round

First round

First leg

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Second leg

''Steaua București won 8–2 on aggregate.'' ---- ''Juventus won 3–2 on aggregate.''

Second round

First leg

Second leg

''Juventus won 3–1 on aggregate.''

Quarter-finals

First leg

Second leg

''Juventus won 2–0 on aggregate.''

Semi-finals

First leg

Second leg

''Arsenal won 2–1 on aggregate.''

Final

External links

1979-80 competition at UEFA website

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Preliminary round

First round

First leg

Second leg

Second round

First leg

Second leg

Quarter-finals

First leg

Second leg

Semi-finals

First leg

Second leg

Final

See also

External links