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Former Argentina star and World Cup winner Luis Galvan has died aged 77.
Galvan reportedly passed away around midday local time in the city of Cordoba, Argentina.
He played every game in Argentina’s maiden World Cup triumph in 1978, beating the Netherlands 3-1 in the final after extra-time.
However, the tournament was marred by controversy, with allegations of match-fixing and interference from the Argentine military dictatorship.
His death comes just two weeks after legendary Argentina goalkeeper Hugo Gatti – credited as the first goalie to ever wear gloves – died aged 80.
Galvan is the record appearance holder for Club Atletico Tallares, where he lifted six trophies and played 503 times over 17 years.
The club said: ‘We communicate with great sadness the passing of Luis Adolfo Galvan, emblem of the Club and World Champion with the Argentina National Team in 1978.
‘We accompany your family and loved ones at this time, and we raise our prayers for the eternal rest of their soul. We accompany your family and loved ones at this time, and we raise our prayers for the eternal rest of their soul.’
Meanwhile, journalist Gustavo Farias wrote on X: ‘I regret to announce the passing of a great friend and a huge part of Argentine football’s glory. Farewell, Luis Galvan. Thank you for so much joy. We will never forget you. Farewell, Champion!’
Elsewhere, the Argentina Football association wrote: ‘The Argentine Football Association, through its President, Claudio Tapia, mourns the passing of Luis Galván, a defender who won a World Cup with the Argentine National Team in 1978, and expresses its condolences to his family and loved ones.’
More to follow.
