Argentina vs Netherlands | Full Match | International Friendly | May 22, 1979

On May 22, 1979, Argentina hosted Netherlands at the Estadio Monumental in Buenos Aires for a highly symbolic international friendly.

This match came less than a year after the dramatic 1978 FIFA World Cup Final, where Argentina defeated the Netherlands 3-1 after extra time to lift their first-ever World Cup trophy.

Argentina, coached by César Luis Menotti, showcased their world champions in front of a passionate home crowd. With stars like Daniel Passarella, Osvaldo Ardiles, Mario Kempes, and Leopoldo Luque, the Albiceleste looked to reaffirm their dominance on the global stage.

Netherlands, now under Jan Zwartkruis, returned to Buenos Aires eager to avenge their World Cup heartbreak. Even without Johan Cruyff, the Oranje remained a world-class side with Ruud Krol, Johnny Rep, Arie Haan, and Rob Rensenbrink, still carrying the spirit of Total Football into this rematch.

The Buenos Aires atmosphere was electric, with fans reliving the intensity of the previous year’s final. Though officially a friendly, the encounter carried enormous prestige, as pride, revenge, and history were all at stake.

Relive this unforgettable Argentina vs Netherlands international friendly, a rare rematch of the 1978 World Cup Final on the very same ground.

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Дата на публикация: 11 май, 2026
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