Some people still can't accept the result of World Cup 1978 in Argentina. Argentina's title in 1978 was achieved by violence and pressure from Videla regime against the World Cup contestants.

Argentina was the host despite the election was actually opposed by the football community since Videla regime used the World Cup to polished its image after slaughtered thousands of opposition in previous years.

The military junta needs a tool to popularize himself among people, that they are capable of leading Argentina appropriately, and winning the World Cup will surely raise domestic support for the military.

For over 40 years Argentina football had been overshadowed by Brazil and Uruguay's achievements. So Videla regime used the World Cup as a moment to raise the nation's self-esteem.

While other team played at noon, Argentina always played at night. It was an advantage because they already knew the results of other teams.

Before the semi-final match between Argentina and Peru, Videla himself visited Peru team's room. Argentina needed 6-0 win against Peru to beat Brazil and enter the final stage. The Peruvian goalkeeper was Ramon Quiroga, who happened to be born in Argentina. There was a rumor that he was bribed and was intimidated. Although he denied the allegations, Peru lost 0-6 to Argentina. Instead of Brazil, Argentina entered the final. A few years after the game, journalists revealed there was aid from Argentina to Peru worth more than 50 million US dollars.

In the final Argentina won 3-1 against Netherlands, but Netherlands refused to received the silver medals because they didn't feel comfortable with the atmosphere of the match. They were intimidated since in the hotel and in the stadium with the delay of the kick-off.

The World Cup 1978 in Argentina is the example how bad football is if it is infiltrated by political interests.