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Maradona's ‘Hand of God' ball heads to auction in Dallas
By Charles Nichelson at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Local
· July 3, 2026
· 2 min read
The match ball from Argentina’s 1986 World Cup quarterfinal against England – better known as the ‘Hand of God’ ball, thanks to Diego Maradona’s famous goal – is set to go up for auction. It has been auctioned before, previously for $2.4m.
Maradona’s shirt from that match sold for about $9 mi...
Key takeaway It has been auctioned before, previously for $2.
Why this matters in Frisco News
The upcoming auction of the 'Hand of God' ball in Dallas brings a piece of soccer history to North Texas, coinciding with a thrilling weekend of World Cup matches. As England prepares to face Mexico at the Azteca, local soccer fans will be watching closely, and the presence of this iconic ball in Dallas adds to the excitement. The fact that the ball has been auctioned before, selling for $2.4 million, raises questions about its potential value this time around, especially given that Maradona's shirt from the same match sold for about $9 million in 2022. With the US Men's National Team playing Belgium on Monday, Frisco residents can expect a lively atmosphere, and the 'Hand of God' ball's arrival in Dallas serves as a unique connection to the sport's rich history, just as the city gears up to cheer on their favorite teams.
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Published: July 3, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Local ·
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What is this story about? The match ball from Argentina’s 1986 World Cup quarterfinal against England – better known as the ‘Hand of God’ ball, thanks to Diego Maradona’s famous goal – is set to go up for auction. It has been auctioned before, previously for $2.4m.
Maradona’s shirt from that match sold for about $9 mi...
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