The Netherlands, this time without Johan Cruyff, fought its way to the championship game where it met host country Argentina.

In the 38th minute, Argentina took the lead with a goal scored by Mario Kempes, but the Netherlands levelled the game via a heading goal by substitute Dick Nanninga.

14 Minutes in overtime, Kempes again put Argentina ahead, and with only five more minutes to go, Daniel Bertoni took all hopes away from the Dutch with marking the third goal for Argentina.

• Championship game: Argentina vs. Holland 3-1
• Number of teams participating: 16
• Venue sites: Buenos Aires, Cordoba, Mar del Plata, Mendoza, Rosario