An interesting note that links the authoritarian regimes of ARG and Spain (under Franco). The new competition seeks to link the bonds of brotherhood between ARG and SPN.
Argentine-born Herrera was perhaps the most famous coach in world soccer in the early to mid-1960s. This interview seeks to unmask hthe "philosopher" of fútbol.
"Practical" more than "romantic" is the ultimate assessment of how Argentine fútbol has changed according to Lorenzo in an interview with the Spanish magazine Marca.
When clubs played in overseas "friendlies," they were widely seen as representing all of Argentina. Racing played several matches during the summer of 1950 against Barcelona, Athletic Bilbao, and Portugal's Benfica. Mention is made of the Spanish…
This article comes at the end of Mundo Deportivo. Perhaps facing financial problems, this article that was supposed to be about Di Stéfano and his arrival in Buenos Aires with Real Madrid, turns into an ad for Remington. But, many references are…
Both authors concur that the matches did not live up to the hype, just average in quality. Baliari even accused Real Madrid of using a "cerrojo" defensive approach.
The title of the article insinuates that the losers of this anticipated match were fans, who paid "plata" to see good soccer but instead found that Real Madrid put in a very small effort and River Plate players complained and behaved…
In the second exhibition match vs. San Lorenzo, Real Madrid showed how poor Argentine squads are in terms of athleticism, conditioning, and efficiency. River Plate has been champion for several years and San Lorenzo is currently one of the best teams…
Professionalism, quality, temperament, and quality in playing style characterize Real Madrid and expose Argentine soccer for its lower level of quality. Di Stéfano demonstrated why he is considered the best in the world.
At a FIFA conference in Tokyo, ratified in London, FIFA awards the 1974 World Cup to West Germany when Spain steps aside and agrees to host the 1982 tournament. Meanwhile, Argentina's lone bid to host the 1978 World Cup secures the world's most…