Hand of GOD Goal - Diego Maradona

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The "Hand of God" goal by Diego Maradona is one of the most controversial moments in the history of football. It occurred during the 1986 FIFA World Cup quarter-final match between Argentina and England.

In the 51st minute of the game, Maradona jumped to head the ball towards the English goal, but instead of using his head, he punched the ball with his left hand. The ball went past the English goalkeeper Peter Shilton and into the net.

Maradona later claimed that it was a goal scored "a little with the head of Maradona and a little with the hand of God." The referee did not see the handball and the goal was allowed to stand.

Despite the controversy surrounding the goal, Maradona's second goal in the same match is often considered one of the greatest goals in football history. He dribbled past five English players before scoring, a moment of genius that cemented his status as one of the greatest players of all time.

The "Hand of God" goal will forever be a topic of debate in the football world, but it remains an iconic moment in the sport's history.

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