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Maradona's ‘Hand of God' ball heads to auction in Dallas
By Charles Nichelson at NBC DFW
· 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 million b
Key takeaway Maradona's shirt from that match sold for about $9 million back in 2022.
Why this matters in The Fort Worth
The auction of the 'Hand of God' ball in Dallas brings a piece of soccer history to the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, where local fans can appreciate the significance of this iconic match. As the 2026 FIFA World Cup heats up, with England set to return to the Estadio Azteca, the timing of the auction is particularly notable. North Texas soccer enthusiasts will be watching the upcoming games closely, and the presence of this legendary ball in the area adds to the excitement. The fact that the ball has been auctioned before, selling for $2.4 million, suggests that it may attract serious bidders this time around as well. With the US Men's National Team playing Belgium on Monday, local interest in soccer will be high, making the 'Hand of God' ball a timely and intriguing addition to the Dallas auction scene.
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Published: July 3, 2026 ·
Source: NBC DFW ·
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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 million b
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