Argentines will formally bid farewell on Thursday to one of the nation's favorite sons, soccer great Diego Maradona, a beloved athlete whose life was marred by struggles with addiction.

A million people are expected to pay tribute to the late Argentine football legend in Buenos Aires.

Former England captain accuses Argentina great of having ‘no sportsmanship’ and reveals they never spoke again in the 42 years since the famous 1986 World Cup quarter-final

Fans pay their respects to the football icon as President Alberto Fernandez declares three days of national mourning.

Argentine soccer legend Diego Maradona thrilled his country, and the world, with his artistic and captivating style of play.

Diego Maradona had greatness in him but his refusal to apologise for his 'Hand of God' goal that helped knock England out of the 1986 World Cup proved he lacked sportsmanship, former England goalkeeper Peter Shilton has said.

For some, Diego Maradona's Hand of God goal is the most memorable moment of his career, but he scored the Goal of the Century in the same 1986 World Cup quarter-final, which also served as "revenge" for the Falklands War.

Heartbroken fans of Diego Maradona gathered on the streets of Buenos Aires to mourn the Argentine soccer legend's death on Wednesday, praying, laying flowers and singing patriotic and sport chants.

Time has healed the wounds that Diego Maradona inflicted on England at the 1986 World Cup and he should be remembered for his achievements in football rather than for scoring its most infamous goal, former England midfielder Trevor Steven has said.

It became the most iconic sporting comment of all time but the English-speaking world very nearly did not get to hear Diego Maradona's pithy reflection on his infamous goal in Argentina's 2-1 defeat of England at the 1986 World Cup in Mexico.

Striker-turned-pundit Gary Lineker has been blasted by fans over a tone-deaf reference to Maradona's "hand of God" nickname in a Twitter tribute on the day the icon died, pleading his innocence over his "heartfelt" words. Read Full Article at RT.com

Heartbroken fans of Argentine soccer star Diego Maradona gathered on the streets of Buenos Aires to mourn on Wednesday, following the news of his death.

For all his God-given footballing genius, Diego Maradona, at least for a generation of England fans, will be forever demonized for a moment of skulduggery in Mexico City's Azteca Stadium at the 1986 World Cup.

The unique gifts of football legend Diego Maradona throughout his career appeared to come from a higher force.

Players, fans and politicians express sorrow, recall his thrilling style that left indelible mark on football history.

For all his God-given footballing genius, Diego Maradona, at least for a generation of England fans, will be forever demonized for a moment of skulduggery in Mexico City's Azteca Stadium at the 1986 World Cup.

For all his God-given footballing genius, Diego Maradona, at least for a generation of England fans, will be forever demonized for a moment of skulduggery in Mexico City's Azteca Stadium at the 1986 World Cup.

Legendary Argentine World Cup winner Diego Maradona died following a heart attack on Wednesday, aged 60.

Legendary Argentine World Cup winner Diego Maradona died following a heart attack on Wednesday, aged 60.

Diego Armando Maradona may have entertained and infuriated in equal measure, depending on whether you were supporting him or his opponents, but when he was at his best, there were few, if any, who could match his brilliance. Read Full Article at RT.com

Diego Maradona, the Argentine soccer great who was among the best players who led his country to the 1986 World Cup, has died at 60.

Former Reuters Cuba correspondent Andrew Cawthorne recalls taking the field with Diego Maradona, who died on Wednesday, in this Reuters story from 2004.

Argentine soccer great Diego Maradona has died

Argentinian soccer legend Diego Maradona, who scored the infamous "Hand of God" goal in the 1986 World Cup, has died, officials said Wednesday. He was 60.

RT @BendelInsurance: First half climaxing, yet no goal to tell the story of how fierce the first half was. Seconds later... A Divine Break…

RT @BendelInsurance: First half climaxing, yet no goal to tell the story of how fierce the first half was. Seconds later... A Divine Break…

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This reminds us the old chaps the Maradona "Hand of God Goal" 1986 World Cup #HembaGwake @TheJovocLeague https://t.co/PpyiDPFxRh

13' OH MY GOD! WHAT A FINISH!!!!!!!! @Rice_Hive DECIDES TO ATTEMPT AN OVERHEAD KICK FROM A CORNER AND HE SCORES FROM IT!!!!! Hand him the goal of the season immediately!! 0-1 || #AmigoCF

Would be cool if in the next weeks we win at The Oval by <20 runs with a handled ball* dismissal as their 10th wicket and then The Matildas beat them 2-1 in the semi including our own Hand of God goal.

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RT @SelecaoTalk: Argentina’s cheating history in World Cups. 1978 - Zico disallowed goal & fixing 6-0 vs Peru 1982 - Maradona hand of Go…

RT @BendelInsurance: First half climaxing, yet no goal to tell the story of how fierce the first half was. Seconds later... A Divine Break…

#BaaziSportsStories The 1986 quarter-final between England and Argentina is famous for one of football’s most iconic moments, namely #DiegoMaradona’s Hand of ‘God’ Goal, that helped Argentina win the match and eventually the 1986 World Cup. #footballfacts #footballtrivia https://t.co/zezSXXH4Mp

RT @NgbedeSale: @efrain_mouton @isarodz96 @Savaonic @Troll_Fotballl @MarvisAtiti1 Was it a goal or not? Goal is goal... Penalty, offside t…

1. I cant study for the love of god 2. I'm too fucking happy 3. My prn and phone addiction is getting out of hand 4. I'm not working towards my goal 5. in easily being manipulated by my own mind into doing shit I dont want to 6. I'm being lazy 7. Yt advice sing helping Idk man

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The ice god? That's your goal ? ( a cloud formed, it had stars all over it and inside it. Kiyoshi laid on top of it as he closed his eyes for a moment... ) How will you achieve that ? I'd love to update your scroll . ( his hand went inside the cloud as he pulled out + https://t.co/uEuYDUoq9k

LOOKING AWAY FROM ALL THAT WILL DISTRACT US & FOCUSING OUR EYES ON JESUS,who is d Author & Perfecter of our faith,who for d joy [of accomplishing d goal] set b4 Him endured d cross,disregarding d shame & sat down at d right hand of d throne of God ~ Hebrews 12:2 https://t.co/je0ppOipVo

Motoma's hand of God goal rulled off

A whole lesson in Christian goal post shifting. On another hand the Christian lady would literally have to protest against a part of the God she believes in to fully practice feminism as a Christian. This would mean that God doesn't always make the best decisions. Interesting. https://t.co/F6A9Dpojk6

Russia already achieved the goal of destroying Ukraine. The women and children are scattered to the winds as migrants and refugees and the men are mostly dead on the battlefield. Barring the hand of God himself, they are gone as a people. https://t.co/mgxfaRn1cG

Today's quiz question: Which Argentinian football genius scored his famous “Hand Of God” goal against England in the 1986 World Cup Finals in Mexico? a) Pele; b) Pietro Varadona; c) Diego Maradona or d) Carlos Menem. Answer in an hour.... https://t.co/RkbI6Yie25

RT @DeWalle80: @iam_SamDon @dayjee_1 It's been 37 years since Maradona faced England in '86 World cup. People are still talking about his F…

RT @DeWalle80: @iam_SamDon @dayjee_1 It's been 37 years since Maradona faced England in '86 World cup. People are still talking about his F…

In pics: From #Maradona's 'Hand of God' goal to #Messi's Qatar victory, she paints history on footballs https://t.co/jeZa9xEpqn

The English press crucifies the entire Diego Maradona Mexico 1986 World Cup ingenuity on his Hand of God goal. Meanwhile, if the same press speaks of England's solitary World Cup win of 1966, the controversy of Geoff Hurst's phantom 3rd goal only occupies a sentence.

Remember that infamous Hand of God goal? Maradona's sly handball during the 1986 World Cup quarter-final still sparks debates and divides opinions to this day Cheat or genius? #SoccerControversy #HandOfGod

RT @khaleejtimes: #KTExclusive: Paying tribute to legacy of #FifaWorldCup, Iranian artist Fatemeh Zarei uses a rare collection of footballs…

RT @OrbitBet: ‘THE HAND OF GOD’ The 1986 FIFA World Cup witnessed the best of Diego Maradona. In the World Cup quarter-final, history was…

‘THE HAND OF GOD’ The 1986 FIFA World Cup witnessed the best of Diego Maradona. In the World Cup quarter-final, history was made as Maradona scored a controversial goal with his hands that went undetected. This brought more recognition to the game. #ThrowbackThursday OrbitBet https://t.co/1INBu3Z92q

RT @dannijeppesen1: Maradona 'Hand of God' Goal 1986 World Cup https://t.co/qX16pooytu

Maradona 'Hand of God' Goal 1986 World Cup https://t.co/qX16pooytu

On the other hand, working together unconsciously means that people are not aware of their collaboration or are not actively working towards a common goal. #God

*raises hand* they can't do anything about it and won't. Trade Marner and Nylander. Build around Matthews. Look for players that can actually open up lanes. 7 years of prioritizing the skill game with no pressure hasn't worked. And for the love of God change the goal song. https://t.co/IWuDuC4Eri

“Hand of God” game. Sean Taylor blocked extra point 15 yard face mask Nick Novak field goal winning kick against the Cowboys. https://t.co/GfFqkyYKfs

RT @geoffhillITV: I don’t disagree it was a soft pen last night. But not a clear & obv error and not as poor as decisions which have cost #…

God does not ask you to cross a finish line with the goal of reaching worldly success. He does not hand out trophies that look good in a case or sitting on a shelf. Our reward is eternal and kept in heaven for us.

Szmodics booked for 'hand of God' before Blackburn concede last min own goal to Preston - https://t.co/KLsdL5vM55 #stockportcounty #barrowafc #bcafc #cufc #colu #lofc #stags #ncafc #ntfc #rafc #wearesalford #stfc #trfc #saddlers #pools #gills #crewealex #afcw #drfc #gtfc

Szmodics booked for 'hand of God' before Blackburn concede last min own goal to Preston - https://t.co/KLsdL5wjUD #pufc #dcfc #dcfcfans #barnsleyfc #pvfc #ecfc #utg #asfc #bwfc #bafc #camutd #cafc #ctfc #ftfc #itfc #imps #mkdons #oufc #pafc #pompey #swfc #salop #chairboys #swans

Szmodics booked for 'hand of God' before Blackburn concede last minute own goal to Preston - https://t.co/KLsdL5wjUD #afc #avfc #brentfordfc #bhafc #cfc #cpfc #efc #lufc #lcfc #lfc #ynwa #mancity #mufc #nufc #saintsfc #thfc #coys #whufc #coyi #wwfc #afcb #ffc #wba #ltfc #sufc

Szmodics booked for 'hand of God' - Blackburn concede last min own goal to Preston - https://t.co/KLsdL5vM55 #watfordfc #ncfc #twitterclarets #safc #rufc #wafc #bcfc #rovers #utmp #bristolcity #ccfc #pusb #htafc #hcafc #coyh #boro #millwall #qpr #readingfc #twitterblades #scfc

*hand-wringing intensifies* God damn these people are annoying. The boycott achieved a solid, tangible goal, that is a good thing. Crying because it hasn’t completely reshaped the culture is stupid, unproductive, and kind of insane. https://t.co/oVE2wBHef7