On June 22, 1986, in Mexico City’s Azteca Stadium, Argentina met England in a heated World Cup quarter-final.
In the 51st minute, Maradona scored using his hand—a goal seen by millions but missed by the referee. “A little with the head of Maradona and a little with the hand of God,” he said later.
Just minutes later, he scored again—this time weaving past five England players and the goalkeeper to slot home what FIFA would later name the “Goal of the Century.”
That day, Maradona showed football’s two faces—flawed and divine. His dual legacy would split fans forever but unite the world in awe of one man’s brilliance.
Argentina went on to win the tournament. Maradona went on to become a legend.
