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Argentina went on to win 2–1, with Maradona scoring a second goal known as the "Goal of the Century", en route to claiming the World Cup. The goal's name derives from Maradona's initial response on whether he scored it illegally, stating it was made "a little with the head of Maradona, and a little with the hand of God".
Outside the Estadio Azteca a statue of Maradona scoring the goal was erected to commemorate the moment. [24] Argentina went on to win the 1986 FIFA World Cup by defeating West Germany in the final match, as well as finishing runners-up in the 1990 FIFA World Cup. England's Lineker won the Golden Boot for being top scorer in the 1986 FIFA World Cup.
Maradona celebrating scoring a goal against Belgium at the 1986 World Cup. Diego Maradona was an Argentine professional footballer who represented the Argentina national football team as an attacking midfielder and playmaker from 1977 to 1994. He had scored 34 goals in 91 appearances, [1] making him Argentina's 5th-highest goalscorer.
The 2022 World Cup is nearly here. We asked readers and colleagues to share their favorite memories. Gracias Fútbol: Diego Maradona's iconic goal and other golden World Cup moments
Maradona was best known for his two unforgettable goals against England at the 1986 World Cup in Mexico. Diego Maradona: The indomitable genius who drove Argentina to World Cup glory Skip to main ...
Argentina went on to defeat West Germany 3-2 in the final and win the second of the country’s three World Cup titles. Maradona controls the ball during the 1986 World Cup final against West Germany.
The World Cup was won by Argentina (their second title, after winning in 1978). Argentina was captained by the 25-year-old Diego Maradona , who played a large part in his team's success by scoring his " Hand of God " goal, as well as another voted the " Goal of the Century ", in the same quarter-final against England.
Hero found the most success in Argentina since the focal point of the film was Diego Maradona and his role in the quarter-final match against England, more specifically the Hand of God goal and the Goal of the Century. [1] The match and the championship were eventually won by Argentina. [1] The film also enjoys cult status in the UK.