Maradona's 'Hand of God' Ball Sells for £2.5 Million

The historic ball from Maradona's disputed goal in 1986 finds a buyer at auction, rekindling memories of the World Cup.

The ball that allowed Diego Maradona to score the famous 'Hand of God' during the 1986 World Cup has been sold at auction for £2.5 million sterling. This artifact from the quarter-final between Argentina and England remains one of the most iconic moments in the history of the world competition. This sale reignites debates surrounding the greatest football tournament on the planet and its undeniable legends. As the 2026 World Cup approaches, this memento recalls the intensity of international clashes over nearly four decades.