Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ ball from Mexico sells for $3.35m

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Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ ball from Mexico sells for $3.35m

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Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ ball from Mexico sells for $3.35m

Diego Maradona’s 1986 World Cup ball has sold for $3.35m. Maradona scored against England with his hand, later calling it the ‘Hand of God’. Four minutes later, he beat five players to score the ‘Goal of the Century’. Argentina won 2-1 and went on to lift the World Cup.

Published On 24 Aug 2026

24 Aug 2026

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