Jorge Burruchaga

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Lore & Background

Burruchaga was part of the Argentina squad that won the 1986 FIFA World Cup, scoring two goals in the tournament. The most famous of these came in the final match against West Germany, where his goal gave Argentina a 3–2 victory. He also participated in all Argentine matches at the 1990 FIFA World Cup and scored one goal in that tournament. Over his international career from 1983 until 1990, he scored a total of 13 goals for Argentina in 59 games.

In Their Own Story

In the 1986 FIFA World Cup final, Argentina faced West Germany in a tense match. With the score at 2–2, Burruchaga scored the goal that gave Argentina the 3–2 victory, securing the nation's second World Cup title. That moment transformed him from a respected international into an eternal icon of Argentine football. He also participated in all Argentine matches at the 1990 FIFA World Cup, where Argentina finished as runner-up, and scored one goal in that tournament.

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.

Did You Know?

• Burruchaga scored the winning goal in the 1986 FIFA World Cup final, giving Argentina a 3–2 victory against West Germany.
• He scored a total of 13 goals for Argentina in 59 games from 1983 until 1990.
• He participated in all Argentine matches at both the 1986 and 1990 FIFA World Cups.
• His nickname is Burru.
• He was born in Gualeguay, Entre Ríos on 9 October 1962.