Historical biography archive · Updated 2026-11-03

Leopoldo Luque Biography and Timeline

Follow Leopoldo Luque through 5 dated historical records for Argentina.

Leopoldo Luque, historical timeline

A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.

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1978–1978Years on this page

1978

World Cup Winning Goal Against France

Forward · Buenos Aires · Sport / Football

Scores the decisive second goal as Argentina defeat France 2-1 in the World Cup group stage.

Two World Cup Goals Against Peru

Forward · Rosario · Sport / Football

Scores twice in Argentina's 6-0 victory over Peru in the decisive second-round group match.

1978 FIFA World Cup Final - Leopoldo Luque

Forward · Buenos Aires · Sport / Football

Leopoldo Luque led the Argentine attack alongside Mario Kempes during a tense final settled by two extra-time goals.

World Cup Winner

Forward · Buenos Aires · Sport / Football

Leopoldo Luque offers a strong attacking presence for Argentina in the 1978 final. After scoring important goals earlier in the tournament, he completes the campaign as a home-soil world champion.

International Caps

Forward · Rosario · Sport / Football

Scores vital goals for Argentina during the 1978 World Cup as the hosts progress to the championship match.

Records, sources and methodology

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