As England prepares to play in Mexico City’s Estadio Azteca for a major World Cup match versus Mexico, the phrase “The Hand of God” is again drawing attention from fans and broadcasters. The term refers to a controversial Diego Maradona goal scored during the 1986 World Cup quarter-final against England, played in Mexico City. Sources describe how, despite the unusual wording of the nickname, the reference is to events surrounding that match and the lasting impact it has on English supporters. Forty years after the game, the incident continues to be remembered in connection with the referee’s decisions and Maradona’s goal, which became one of the most debated moments in World Cup history. With England’s return to the Azteca for the current matchup, the historical context resurfaces, and viewers hear the phrase repeatedly, even if they are not familiar with its origin. The coverage frames “The Hand of God” as a specific World Cup moment tied to Maradona and the 1986 England-Argentina match, rather than a broader football concept.