International Soccer - Argentina Argentina has been a constant presence on the World soccer scene and they were always considered a strong soccer country. Argentina managed to reach the World Cup final on its first tournament in 1930, losing in front of Uruguay, who organized the event on that occasion.
But Argentina's best period was between 1978 and 1990, when they managed to win the World Cup twice, in 1978 and 1986, reaching another final in 1990, but losing it in favor of Western Germany.
Players like Maradona, Burruchaga or Valdano are still considered national heroes for their performances during that period of time and Maradona is considered the best footballer in the World, next to Pele of Brazil.
International Soccer - Brazil Throughout history, Brazil had the best performances in World Cup tournaments, winning the big prize on 5 occasions, in 1958, 1962, 1970, 1994 and 2002 and participating in two more finals in 1950 and 1998. Players such as Zico, Garrincha, Pele, Rivelino sparked the huge passion for soccer in Brazil by winning the first three World Cups and today, names like Ronaldo, Ronaldinho, Romario or Dunga are modern heroes that every Brazilian kid has as a role model.
