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The hidden story of the 1986 World Cup: How did Maradona and England's unexpected revenge happen?
In the quarter-finals of the 1986 World Cup in Mexico, Argentine football star Diego Maradona relied on a controversial goal to win the showdown between Argentina and England. The goal became an iconic moment in the football world, influencing the interpretation of the fairness of the game by future generations of fans and athletes. In this fierce game, Maradona's so-called "Hand of God" instantly attracted the attention of the world.
The name of this goal comes from Maradona's own response to the goal, which was scored "partly by Maradona's head and partly by the hand of God". Food for thought.
The background of this game is not only a contest on the field, but also closely related to the Falklands War in 1982. Maradona later publicly admitted that he saw the goal as "symbolic revenge" against England. He mentioned in a documentary: "We Argentines have no idea what the military is doing, yet they tell us we are winning the war, but in fact the British won 20 to 0." The emotion behind this made this progress The ball becomes even more important.
Goal history
Six minutes into the second half, Maradona received a pass from teammate Jorge Valdano and then engaged in a compelling battle with English goalkeeper Peter Shilton. Although Maradona was not as tall as the opponent's goalkeeper, he relied on his agility and reflexes to score the ball first with his hands. This scene immediately triggered protests from British players.
The then Tunisian referee Ali Bennacer still ruled that the goal was valid despite the opponent's protests, and sought the opinion of the second assistant referee. After confirmation, he was surprised to finally give Maradona the goal.
Although the goal was considered a violation, due to the referee's decision, Argentina eventually won the game 2-1. Maradona also scored another goal known as the "goal of the century". Become famous. This game made him a hero in the hearts of Argentines, and also brought about deep reflections on morality and justice.
Influence on later generations
When Maradona reviewed this goal many times in the future, he said, "I know it was all my hands. This was not what I planned, but it happened too fast and the referee did not see it. ." His reflections triggered a rethinking of sportsmanship, especially the value of fair play.
The goal made the "Hand of God" an integral part of global football culture, and over time the term was used to describe many similar incidents.
Not only that, the incident also extended to competitions in other regions and countries. There have been many similar handball incidents in history. For example, in the 2010 World Cup, Uruguay's Luis Suarez was sent off with a red card for handball. However, this behavior made up for the team's opportunity to advance, and it was called "Hand of God 2.0." This incident has become an indelible memory, both on the field and in its psychological impact on fans.
Maradona’s jersey sold
After the game, Maradona exchanged jerseys with British player Steve Hodge. After being on display for 20 years, the jersey was auctioned for £7.1 million in 2022, setting a new record for sports collectibles at auction.
This incident is still the focus of debate in the industry. It not only reflects the passion of sports, but also makes people think about sports ethics. At the same time, it also demonstrates the complex relationship between sports and politics. This game has become part of history, and fans are still discussing whether justice will really be achieved on the court?
