Throwback: ‘Hand of God’, ‘Goal of the Century’ – Two records Maradona set against England
As England and Argentina prepare to renew one of football’s fiercest rivalries in Wednesday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final, memories of Diego Maradona’s unforgettable performance in Mexico 1986 have once again taken centre stage.
Read Also: Mac Allister calls on Argentina to channel Maradona spirit in England World Cup clash Maradona later famously described the strike as being scored “a little with the head of Maradona and a little with the hand of God”, a phrase that immortalised one of football’s most controversial moments.
The quarter-final clash at the Estadio Azteca remains one of the most iconic matches in World Cup history, not only because Argentina defeated England 2-1 on their way to lifting the trophy but also because Maradona produced two goals that are still remembered decades after.
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