Maradona's 'Hand of God' ball to be auctioned in Texas
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 9:50 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
The soccer ball used by Diego Maradona for the infamous 'Hand of God' goal in the 1986 World Cup will be auctioned in Texas from August 21 to 23. The ball is expected to fetch around $10 million, with an opening bid set at $2.5 million. Maradona scored the controversial goal by punching the ball into the net during Argentina's quarter-final match against England, a foul that went unnoticed by the referee. Since Maradona's passing in 2020, memorabilia associated with the player has gained significant value. The jersey he wore during the same match currently holds the record for the most expensive soccer shirt, selling for $9.3 million.
- •The auction runs from August 21 to 23, 2026.
- •The ball is expected to sell for $10 million.
- •Maradona's goal was scored against England in the 1986 World Cup.
- •His jersey from that match sold for $9.3 million.
- •Memorabilia related to Maradona is in high demand following his death.
- 9:50 PMYahoo Sports — Maradona's 'Hand of God' ball heads to US auction
"The soccer ball that Diego Maradona used to score his notorious "Hand of God" goal during Argentina's win over England in the 1986 World Cup is expected to sell for $10 million at a US auction this month.After the match, the Argentine star said his goal was scored "a little with the head of Maradona and a little with the hand of God."
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