Sport
Maradona’s 'Hand of God' Match Ball Sold at Auction
The football used during the iconic 1986 World Cup match between Argentina and England has been sold for 107 million baht.
According to a report by Matichon Online, the historic football used in the 1986 FIFA World Cup quarter-final match between Argentina and England—famously known as the 'Hand of God' game—has been sold at auction for 107 million baht.
This match ball is a significant piece of sporting history, representing one of the most debated moments in football, where Diego Maradona scored a goal using his hand. For residents and travellers in Thailand with an interest in global sports memorabilia, this sale highlights the enduring cultural and financial value placed on iconic sporting artifacts.
While the sale price has been confirmed at 107 million baht, the identity of the successful bidder remains undisclosed. Furthermore, the report does not specify the exact auction house that facilitated the transaction or the current location where the ball will be housed. As this is a private transaction of a high-value collectible, further details regarding the provenance and future public display of the ball have yet to be confirmed.