Maradona's 'Hand of God' ball auctions for $10 million
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 6:10 PM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
The iconic soccer ball used by Diego Maradona during the 1986 World Cup is set to be auctioned in Dallas from August 21-23. Heritage Auctions estimates its value at $10 million, driven by the ball's historical significance, having been used to score both the controversial 'Hand of God' goal and the celebrated 'Goal of the Century.' As of Wednesday, bids have reached $2.5 million. The auction follows the $9.2 million sale of Maradona's jersey from the same match last year, heightening interest in soccer memorabilia ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
- •The auction takes place August 21-23 at Heritage Auctions in Dallas.
- •Bidding for the ball reached $2.5 million as of Wednesday.
- •Maradona scored two goals with the ball during Argentina's 1986 quarterfinal match against England.
- •The ball has authenticated provenance and visible match marks.
- •The auction also includes other valuable sports memorabilia, including a Lou Gehrig jersey.
- 6:10 PMYahoo Sports — Maradona’s ‘Hand Of God’ Ball Could Fetch $10 Million At Dallas Auction
"Diego Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ ball carries a $10 million estimate as Dallas-based Heritage Auctions prepares a star-studded August sale.
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