1978 World Cup Final
Argentina defeated the Netherlands 3–1 in the 1978 World Cup Final in Buenos Aires.
The 1978 FIFA World Cup Final was the final match of the 1978 FIFA World Cup, played at the Estadio Monumental in Buenos Aires, Argentina, on 25 June 1978, between Argentina and the Netherlands. Argentina won 3–1 after extra time.
Quick Facts
- Event
- FIFA World Cup Final
- Year
- 1978
- Opponent
- Argentina National Team
- Venue
- Estadio Monumental, Buenos Aires
- Final score
- 3-1 (Argentina wins)
- Key brazilian scorer
- Dirceu
Lore & Background
The final was the second consecutive World Cup final lost by the Netherlands, both times to the host nation, after losing to West Germany in 1974. Neither finalist had previously won the World Cup; Argentina had finished as runners-up in 1930, and the Netherlands as runners-up in 1974.
Reader's Guide
Argentina finished second in Group 1 (with Italy, France, and Hungary) before winning Group B with two wins and one draw. The Netherlands finished second in Group 4 before winning Group A with two wins and one draw. Mario Kempes was named man of the match and finished as the tournament's top scorer.
Did You Know?
- Mario Kempes scored the opening goal for Argentina in the 38th minute.
- Dick Nanninga equalized for the Netherlands in the 81st minute.
- Rob Rensenbrink hit the crossbar in the final second of regular time.
- The match was refereed by Sergio Gonella from Italy.
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