World Cup 1978 Argentina - Review & History
The Dutch masters were to fall at the final hurdle for the second consecutive competition as Argentina scooped their first World Cup on home turf. Their path to glory was not without controversy however, as suspicions arose that Peru's Argentinian-born goalkeeper Ramon Quiroga had done little to prevent the hosts from scoring the goals they needed to secure a place in the final. They needed to win by more than four goals and ran out 6-0 victors.
In the group stages, Poland were once again impressive, while West Germany were held to a surprising 0-0 draw by Tunisia. Italy and Germany played not to lose, while Holland thrilled with their attacking style. Scotland faced the humiliation of losing 3-1 against Peru and scraping a 1-1 draw against Iran, while off the field, Willie Johnston was sent home for failing a random drugs test. They went out in style, however, by beating Holland 3-2, Archie Gemmill sealing victory with a stunning solo goal.
Holland faced Germany in a repeat of the 1974 final in the second group stage, as one of the best games of the tournament finished 2-2. This sent the Dutch through to the final against the hosts, who had held off the challenge of South American rivals Brazil. Mario Kempes - the tournament's top scorer with six goals - was the star, scoring twice as Argentina won 3-1 after extra-time.
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World Cup 1978 results (Held in Argentina)
FINAL - Monumental, Buenos Aires
Argentina 3-1 Holland (aet)
TOP SCORER World Cup 1978
Mario Kempes (Argentina) 6
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