A group-stage exit in 1958 had been a sobering lesson. Argentina returned in 1962 with renewed purpose. Under Juan Carlos Lorenzo, they were ready to write the next chapter.
Argentina found moments of promise but ultimately fell short of the consistency needed to progress beyond the group stage. Goals proved hard to come by, with just 2 in 3 matches, and their lack of firepower ultimately told.
Argentina experienced an inconsistent group stage, and the mixed results were not enough to go through. Their campaign featured a hard-fought 1-0 win against Bulgaria, a 1-3 defeat against England, and a 0-0 draw with Hungary. Despite moments of quality, it was not enough to advance, and Argentina's campaign ended at the first round.
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Eliminated in the group stage.
José Sanfilippo led Argentina's attack with 1 goal at the 1962 World Cup. Shared the top-scorer honours with Facundo, both with 1.
Conceded in only 1 of 3 matches
The tactical mind behind Argentina's 1962 campaign. Leading Argentina at his first World Cup 1 win, 1 draw, 1 loss under Lorenzo.
Argentina's midfield struggled to control games, with the team often relying on counter-attacks. The absence of a dominant playmaker hindered their ability to dictate tempo.
