Argentina hero Mario Kempes once failed a trial at Tottenham after firing his nation to World Cup glory THFC
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Kempes was a conventional striker who could play as an attacking midfielder. His skill set was uniquely diverse boasting everything a coach would want from an attacking player. Kempes endured a slow start to the tournament after being deployed in a deeper role. Menotti initially opted to take advantage of his surging runs rather than use his at the last man.star Osvaldo Ardiles, who he would briefly team up with again in North London six-years later.The winning goal in the final came in extra-time as Argentina won 3-1 in Buenos Aires
A goalless draw against Brazil followed before a goal-hungry Argentina inflicted a 6-0 rout on Peru – with Kempes netting twice.With the decision made not to stage semi-finals, Kempes’ goals fired his country to the top of the group and automatic qualification to the final against the Netherlands.
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