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Diego Maradona's 1986 World Cup "Hand Of God" Jersey To Be Auctioned

The jersey worn by Diego Maradona when he scored twice against England in the 1986 World Cup, including the infamous "hand of God" goal, is to be auctioned off later this month, Sotheby's announced Wednesday. The blue number 10 shirt has been owned since the end of the controversial World Cup encounter by opposing midfielder Steve Hodge, who swapped his jersey with Maradona after England lost 2-1. The quarter-final showdown, one of the most memorable in World Cup history, held particular significance for Argentina as it was played only four years after they lost the Falklands war.

Diego Maradona's 'Hand of God' shirt estimated to sell for more than $5 million at auction

By Matias Grez, CNN

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Harry Kane is ‘like Diego Maradona now,’ reckons Tottenham hero David Ginola

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Tottenham legend David Ginola says Harry Kane is comparable to Diego Maradona for his displays in the No. 10 role

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Diego Maradona's 1986 World Cup "Hand Of God" Jersey To Be Auctioned

Diego Maradona's 'Hand of God' shirt estimated to sell for more than $5 million at auction

Qatar 2022 matchups not short on intriguing historical narratives

‘World class’ Tottenham striker Harry Kane is ‘not normal’, says head coach Antonio Conte

Ginola claims that Tottenham star is ‘the new Maradona’

Harry Kane compared to Diego Maradona despite "shame" of not scoring against Newcastle

Harry Kane is ‘like Diego Maradona now,’ reckons Tottenham hero David Ginola

Tottenham legend David Ginola says Harry Kane is comparable to Diego Maradona for his displays in the No. 10 role