Diego Maradona News

The trial for homicide will be conducted at a three-judge court in San Isidro, near the Argentine capital Buenos Aires from March 11, 2025, and is likely to continue for several months. Even though Maradona had been suffering from a host of health related issues for many years, the prosecution team has alleged that his death was the result of medical negligence on the part of the team of doctors and nurses treating him. An iconic player who mesmerised the football world with his exceptional talent, Maradona died aged 60 on November 25, 2020, following a cardiac arrest linked to acute pulmonary edema while undergoing treatment in a private residence in Tigre, Buenos Aires. Just a few days ago Maradona had undergone an operation for the removal of a blood clot in his brain.

Remo Freuler, a Switzerland national team defender, could easily be remembered as the Diego Maradona of Euro Cup 2024, but for all the wrong reasons. Maradona shook the football world during the 1986 FIFA World Cup after the 'hand of God' incident during a quarterfinals match against England.

Federer: Twelve Final Days, an 88-minute feature-length documentary (Amazon Prime Video), follows Federer through those final days from drafting his retirement announcement, counting down to its posting on social media, along with reactions from his family, including parents, friends, colleagues and media, up to his final farewell. The film by Academy Award-winning director Asif Kapadia and co-director Joe Sabia features archival footage (including Federer as a ball boy), interviews and appearances by his arch rivals and friends, including Nadal, Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic. London-based Kapadia, known for his in-depth documentaries on personalities with dramatic life stories (Senna, Amy), spoke to Lounge about crafting this intimate swansong.

medical examiner's report into the death of Argentine soccer legend Diego Maradona injected uncertainty Monday into the criminal negligence case brought against eight medical workers involved in his case a month before they are set to stand trial for homicide. A forensic expert conducted the study at the behest of one of the main defendants, Maradona's neurosurgeon Leopoldo Luque, in an effort to challenge the 2021 medical examination that held Luque and other doctors responsible for what it described as the soccer star's otherwise avoidable death. The defendants have denied any violations or irregularities in Maradona's treatment. Maradona, famous for leading Argentina to victory in the 1986 World Cup and back to the final four years later, died from a heart attack in 2020 while recovering from brain surgery.

cricket. Previously, the BCCI bestowed a similar honour on Sachin Tendulkar when they retired his No. 10 jersey in 2017.

Sotheby’s is set to auction off six shirts worn by Lionel Messi during Argentina’s winning run at last year’s soccer World Cup in Qatar

The heirs of the late soccer star Diego Maradona have won a legal battle over the use of his trademark

Maradona displayed football talent at a very early age. At the age of eight, he joined Las Cebollitas (“The Little Onions"), a boys’ team that went on to win 136 consecutive games and a national championship. Maradona signed with Argentinos Juniors at age 14.

World Cup champion Ronaldinho is all set for his much-anticipated maiden visit to the vibrant city of Kolkata during the upcoming Durga Puja festivities. The three-time Ballon d'Or awardee, celebrated for his exceptional football prowess, is joining the league of illustrious sports figures who have been welcomed by this fervently football-loving city, including Pele, Diego Maradona, and Lionel Messi. Ronaldinho, through his official Facebook page, shared the exciting news with his admirers, stating, «Hello Everybody, I will be making my inaugural trip to Kolkata this mid-October.» He acknowledged Kolkata's substantial community of Brazilian football enthusiasts and expressed his enthusiasm for meeting these ardent fans. During his visit, Ronaldinho has plans to meet with the honorable Chief Minister of West Bengal, Mamata Banerjee, and extend a jersey as a token of his gratitude.

By Adam Jourdan, Eliana Raszewski and Anna-Catherine Brigida

Emiliano Martinez, the acclaimed goalkeeper who played a crucial role in Argentina's World Cup triumph in Qatar, arrived at Kolkata's Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport to an exuberant reception from passionate supporters. The atmosphere was electric as fans enthusiastically cheered for the football star.  During his stay from July 3 to July 6, Martinez is scheduled to participate in various engagements. These include meet-and-greets, engaging in discussions with schoolchildren at Santosh Mitra Square, and unveiling the names of Pele, Diego Maradona, and Garfield Sobers at the gates of the esteemed Mohun Bagan Club.  "I am really excited, feeling great.

Pelé, the Brazilian king of football who won a record three World Cups and became one of the most commanding sports figures of the last century, died Thursday. He was 82.

Lionel Messi's Argentina has reached the finals of the 2022 FIFA World Cup with a commanding 3-0 victory over Croatia at Qatar's Lusail Stadium. 

The team behind the Floki Inu (FLOKI) token — inspired by Elon Musk’s pet dog of the same name — has signed a sponsorship deal with Italian football giant S.S.C. Napoli.