Diego Maradona
Coverage of Diego Maradona in the Nexus archive.
- ROBERT HARDMAN watches England's heroes lay to rest the ghost of Maradona and the 'hand of God'
Robert Hardman observes England's team overcoming the legacy of Diego Maradona's 'hand of God' goal. The article references the historical football incident involving Maradona and England's national team.
- England returns to Estadio Azteca but isn’t seeking revenge over Maradona in 1986
England faces Mexico in the 2026 World Cup Round of 16 at Estadio Azteca, where Argentina defeated England 2-1 in the 1986 quarterfinals. England's coach Thomas Tuchel emphasized the team is not seeking revenge for the 1986 loss but aims to create a new chapter. Mexico's home advantage, including altitude and crowd support, poses challenges for England.
- Latin America Sports Daily for Tuesday, June 23, 2026
Lionel Messi scored two goals against Austria on June 22, 2026, achieving his 17th and 18th World Cup goals and setting a new all-time record. The feat occurred forty years after Diego Maradona's notable performance.
- 'Foreign' sport no more: Americans finally get soccer
The 1994 FIFA World Cup in the U.S. saw little American interest, but current generations are increasingly familiar with soccer and its stars like Mia Hamm, Megan Rapinoe, and Lionel Messi. The article contrasts past indifference with present engagement, highlighting cultural shifts in the U.S. toward the sport.
- When the Rules Fail: Tax Incentives and Defense Sustainment
The article uses the 1986 World Cup's 'Hand of God' goal as an analogy to discuss vulnerabilities in U.S. defense industrial policy. It argues that while oversight exists, distorted tax incentives improperly steer defense work toward private vendors instead of the organic industrial base that could perform it effectively.
- Sociedad’s Matarazzo: The American coach who studied math at Columbia and grew up watching Maradona
Pellegrino Matarazzo, an American-born Italian-American coach who studied mathematics at Columbia University, led Real Sociedad to its fourth Copa del Rey title in 2026. Known for growing up idolizing Diego Maradona and transitioning from a playing career in Germany to management, Matarazzo guided the team from near-relegation to a historic trophy win.
- New trial begins over football legend Maradona’s death
A new trial has started in Argentina regarding the death of football legend Diego Maradona. The legal proceedings are examining circumstances surrounding his passing.
- Retrial over death of Argentina legend Maradona begins
The retrial over the death of Argentina's legendary footballer Diego Maradona has begun. The initial trial, which accused members of his medical team of poor care, collapsed after a judge allowed cameras into the court.
- Retrial over death of Argentina legend Maradona to begin
A retrial regarding the death of Argentine football legend Diego Maradona is set to begin. The initial trial, which accused members of his medical team of negligence, was dismissed when a judge allowed cameras into the courtroom.