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Kempes won South American Footballer of the Year, Onze d'Or European footballer of the Year and World Cup Golden Ball in 1978. In 2004, he was named as one of the Top 125 greatest living footballers as part of FIFA 's 100th anniversary celebration. [6] Kempes was nicknamed El Toro and El Matador .
Relive the drama and flair of the great Argentina striker, Mario 'El Matador' Kempes, who led the host Argentinians to glory at the 1978 World Cup. Check out...
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All the highlights from the famous Final at the 1978 FIFA World Cup Argentina™, which featured huge fan support, a big brace from Mario Kempes and extra time drama.
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Jul 1, 1996 · Second Striker. Name in home country: Mario Alberto Kempes Chiodi Date of birth/Age: Jul 15, 1954 (69) Place of birth: Bell Ville, Córdoba Height: 1,82 m Citizenship: Argentina. Italy Position: Attack - Centre-Forward Foot: left Current club: Retired Joined: Jul 1, 1996 Contract expires: -.
Jan 1, 2024 · The legendary striker recalls his goal-scoring feats, his moustache, and his team-mates in Argentina's maiden World Cup triumph. Watch the highlights of the final against the Netherlands and the best skills of the tournament.
En la actualidad, Kempes trabaja como analista de fútbol y comentarista en español para ESPN Deportes y ofrece el comentario en la versión latinoamericana de los videojuegos FIFA 13 -19.
Nov 7, 2023 · Learn how Mario Kempes became a national hero in Argentina by scoring six goals and winning the Golden Boot and Golden Ball in the 1978 World Cup. Discover his career highlights, achievements and legacy in this comprehensive article.
