Argentina imbued with the spirit of Maradona as England clash nears

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2026-07-14

Atlanta, Georgia (PA Media/dpa) - Argentina will draw inspiration from the peerless Diego Maradona as a new generation of stars attempt to get the better of England once again. Many English fans remember the 1986 quarter-final clash between the two nations for the injustice of Maradona's controversial "Hand of God" goal rather than the brilliance of his stunning solo effort which followed it in a 2-1 defeat for Sir Bobby Robson's side Estadio Azt......

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