Historical biography archive · Updated 2026-11-03

Jorge Burruchaga Biography and Timeline

Follow Jorge Burruchaga through 5 dated historical records for Argentina.

Jorge Burruchaga, historical timeline

A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.

5Distinct records
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1986–1990Years on this page

1986

Late World Cup Goal Against Bulgaria

Forward · Mexico City · Sport / Football

Adds Argentina's second goal late in the match to complete a 2-0 World Cup victory over Bulgaria.

1986 Final Winning Goal

Forward · Mexico City · Sport / Football

Scores Argentina's decisive third goal in the final against West Germany.

World Cup Winner

Midfielder · Mexico City · Sport / Football

Jorge Burruchaga races onto Maradona's pass and scores the late winner as Argentina defeats West Germany 3-2 in Mexico City.

International Caps

Forward · Mexico City · Sport / Football

Runs onto Diego Maradona's pass and scores the decisive third goal against West Germany in the 1986 World Cup final.

1990

World Cup Goal Against Soviet Union

Forward · Naples · Sport / Football

Scores Argentina's second goal to secure a 2-0 World Cup victory over the Soviet Union.

Records, sources and methodology

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