A philosopher of sport guides readers through the ethics of Diego Maradona’s most celebrated goal – and his most controversial.
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As millions watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup, players’ tattoos will be on display – offering a glimpse into the inner lives of soccer’s biggest stars.
The World Cup is drawing to an end. Will the tournament be remembered for a Messi moment to rival that of Maradona’s? Or as a breakthrough yeah for African nations?
Staging the spectacle in Qatar has raised rights issues and concerns about the heat. But away from the controversy, there will be the usual mix of sporting moments, supporters’ joy and heartache.
As the ball that Maradona’s fist helped on its way to the back of the net – with some divine help – goes up for auction, a scholar of soccer explains why that goal means so much.
In England, the continuing anger that Maradona “got away with it” comes out of the ashes of empire.
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Professor of Sport Management, University of Michigan
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Professor of Engineering Practice, Purdue University
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Edward S. Mason Senior Lecturer in International Development, Harvard Kennedy School
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Associate Professor of Sport Management, University of Technology Sydney
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Professor and Chair of Allied Health Studies, Stephen F. Austin State University
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