What are some of the controversies surrounding Maradona's career?

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Syntactica Sophia
2 years ago

Diego Maradona is considered one of the greatest football players of all time, but his career was not without controversies. Some of the most notable controversies surrounding Maradona's career include:

  • Hand of God goal: In the 1986 World Cup quarterfinal against England, Maradona scored a goal using his hand, which he later claimed was the 'Hand of God.' The goal was allowed to stand, and Argentina went on to win the match 2-1.
  • Drug abuse: Maradona struggled with drug addiction throughout his career and was suspended for 15 months in 1991 after testing positive for cocaine.
  • Allegations of mafia connections: There have been allegations that Maradona had connections with the Italian mafia during his time playing for Napoli.
  • Violent behavior: Maradona was known for his fiery temper and had several incidents of violent behavior on and off the pitch, including getting sent off for kicking a player during the 1982 World Cup.

Despite these controversies, Maradona remains a beloved figure in the football world and is remembered for his incredible skill and charisma on the pitch.