Maradona Hand of God Ball Sells for $3.35 Million at Auction

The soccer ball used in the infamous "Hand of God" goal by Diego Maradona during the 1986 FIFA World Cup sold at auction on Monday, August 24, 2026, for $3.35 million, a figure that fell significantly short of its presale estimate. The Adidas Azteca match ball from the quarterfinal between Argentina and England was auctioned by Heritage Auctions in Dallas, Texas. The sale concluded a years-long journey for the artifact, which was expected to fetch as much as $10 million. The final price, while substantial, came in well below previous records for sports memorabilia. The ball's sale is a notable event but did not surpass the $9.3 million paid for Maradona's jersey from the same match in 2022.