A football said to be the ball Diego Maradona used to score his “Hand of God” goal against England sells for US$3.35 million at auction, multiple outlets report. The ball is identified as an Adidas Azteca and is associated with Maradona’s 1986 World Cup match in which Argentina beat England 2-1.
The Athletic notes that although there had been expectations of a record-breaking price, the final result comes in below the estimate. It still exceeds the ball’s prior auction performance, according to the outlet, indicating the sale is significant even without setting a new record. Other coverage emphasizes the ball’s World Cup context and its association with one of the most famous moments in the tournament’s history.
Overall, outlets agree on the outcome and the figure paid, while differing mainly in emphasis—some focus on the historic match and the ball’s identity, while others stress that the auction price is lower than predicted estimates.
