Historical profile
Career context
Batista supplied the balance behind Argentina's creators and became a constant in the champion side.
Argentina 1986 squad
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World champion · 1986
Sergio Batista
#2 · Defensive midfielder
ArgentinaARArgentinos Juniors
Mexico 1986 record
7Apps
0Goals
0Assists
Career archive
Key chapters
1
Established himself with Argentinos Juniors.
2
Started the 1986 World Cup final against West Germany.
3
Later represented Argentina again at Italia 1990.
Tournament role
Mexico 1986
The holding midfielder started every match, including the final at the Azteca.
7Appearances
0Goals
0Assists
Honours cabinet
Major honours
FIFA World Cup · 1986 Copa Libertadores · 1985