Jorge Burruchaga

The man who scored the winning goal in the 1986 World Cup final.

Jorge Luis Burruchaga, nicknamed Burru, is an Argentine former professional football player who played both as an attacking midfielder and forward. He is best known for scoring the winning goal in the final of the 1986 FIFA World Cup, giving Argentina a 3–2 victory against West Germany. Born in Gualeguay, Entre Ríos on 9 October 1962, Burruchaga scored a total of 13 goals for Argentina in 59 games from 1983 until 1990. He also participated in all Argentine matches at the 1990 FIFA World Cup and scored one goal in that tournament.

Quick Facts

Full name: Jorge Luis Burruchaga
Height: 1.77 m / 5 ft 10 in
Born: 9 October 1962
Birthplace: Gualeguay, Argentina
Position: Attacking midfielder; Second striker
Total caps: 456
Total goals: 116

Reader's Guide

Jorge Burruchaga served as a key attacking player for Argentina during the 1986 and 1990 World Cups. In 1986, he scored two goals in the tournament, including the decisive winner in the final against West Germany. He played in all of Argentina's matches at the 1990 World Cup, scoring one goal as the team reached the final. His international career spanned from 1983 until 1990, during which he earned 59 caps and scored 13 goals. Beyond his World Cup exploits, Burruchaga was part of the Argentina squad that won the 1986 FIFA World Cup and finished as runner-up in 1990.