Maradona’s ‘Hand Of God’ Goal 40 Years Later: Should It Be Celebrated?

(ANALYSIS) Memorable goals are generally linked to the players who scored them. Few can be recalled without mention of the individual — or even the team — involved. Yet, two goals in one game 40 years ago have attained that status. One is known universally as the “Hand of God,” and the other is widely acknowledged as the “Goal of the Century.” Both were scored by Diego Maradona.

How Football Icon Diego Maradona Became A Global Religious Figure

Argentine football star Diego Maradona died at age 60 last week, but his legacy and devotion lives on. The footballer is a symbol of humility and hope, having risen to the top of global sports from a childhood in the slums, and attracted a religious following that formed a church in his name.

News, Sports, South AmericaJames Gatica MathesonDecember 4, 2020James Gatica Matheson, Primary Feature, Diego Maradona, Church of Maradona, Maradonian church, religion in sports, religion of football, argentina, el diego, Alejandro Veron, MaradonaComment

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