Jorge Burruchaga is a celebrated Argentina Association football coach, born in 1962, known for their distinctive work in the field.
Argentine footballer and manager
"Jorge Burruchaga's career defining moment came in the 1986 FIFA World Cup final, where he scored the decisive goal against West Germany in the 83rd minute." β About Jorge Burruchaga
| Metric | Jorge Burruchaga | Avg Association football coach | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 63 | 56 | +7 yrs |
| Height | 176cm (5'9") | 174cm | +2cm |
| Career length | 45 yrs | ~35 yrs | +10 yrs |
| Based on 470 Association football coach profiles in our database | |||
Did you know that Jorge Burruchaga was involved in a match-fixing investigation in France during his playing career, though he was later acquitted?
Jorge Burruchaga's career defining moment came in the 1986 FIFA World Cup final, where he scored the decisive goal against West Germany in the 83rd minute. This iconic strike secured Argentina's second World Cup title and cemented his place in football history.
He is forever remembered as a national hero in Argentina for his World Cup-winning goal, symbolizing a golden era of Argentine football alongside Diego Maradona.
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