Maradona's 'Hand of God' ball sells for £2.5m at auction
The iconic football used by Diego Maradona to score the controversial 'Hand of God' goal against England in the 1986 World Cup quarter-final has been sold at auction for £2.5 million. This legendary ball represents one of football's most memorable and disputed moments in sports history. The sale highlights the significant historical and financial value of artifacts from major sporting events.
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Maradona's 'Hand of God' ball sells for £2.5m
The iconic football used by Diego Maradona to score the controversial 'Hand of God' goal against England in the 1986 World Cup quarter-final has been sold at auction for £2.5 million. This historic ball represents one of the most memorable and disputed moments in football history. The sale highlights the enduring cultural significance and monetary value of sports memorabilia from pivotal world events.
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