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Maradona's infamous 'Hand of God' goal sparks controversy at 1986 World Cup

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Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Maradona's infamous 'Hand of God' goal sparks controversy at 1986 World Cup

Summary

Diego Maradona scored the controversial 'Hand of God' goal during the Argentina vs. England match at the 1986 World Cup. The match, marked by political tension following the Falklands War, saw Maradona punch the ball into the net after an attempt to head it. This incident, which Maradona later described as 'revenge' for the war, continues to spark debate over sportsmanship and ethics in soccer. The game was goalless at halftime but escalated quickly after the break.

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By the Numbers

•Maradona scored with his hand in the 1986 World Cup quarterfinal.
•The match was influenced by lingering tensions from the Falklands War.
•Maradona later claimed the handball was 'revenge' for the conflict.
•The game was scoreless at halftime before the incident occurred.

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Perhaps no incident in the history of soccer has ever been so controversial, so mythologised and so poured over.Diego Maradona's infamous 'Hand of God' hasn't just gone down as the most famous act of ...
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