Diego Maradona
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Diego Maradona, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Diego Maradona's Last Words Revealed by His Masseur in Death Trial
In the 32nd hearing of Diego Maradona's death trial, masseur Nicolas Taparel testified about Maradona's physical decline and last days under home care in Tigre. Taparel revealed M…
Football Clubs Transform Player Signings Into Viral Digital Events
Since Diego Maradona's 1984 debut for Napoli, football clubs have transformed player signings into emotional, viral digital events. Modern clubs use creative videos and social med…
Argentinian Fans Turn New York Into Buenos Aires Ahead of World Cup Final
Argentine fans in New York held a massive Banderazo celebration in Times Square before the World Cup final against Spain, creating a carnival atmosphere with drums, flags, and tri…
Lionel Scaloni Praises Messi After Argentina's Dramatic Win Over England Ahead of World Cup Final
Argentina's coach Lionel Scaloni hailed Lionel Messi as the greatest player after a dramatic 2-1 semifinal win over England at the World Cup in Atlanta. Messi's two late assists p…
Pelé's 1958 World Cup Jersey Sells for Nearly $5 Million in Record Auction
Pelé's 1958 World Cup final jersey sold for about $4.9 million at Sotheby's, becoming the second most expensive football shirt ever sold. The shirt was worn during Brazil's first…
Diego Maradona's Former Aide Testifies on Forced Hospitalization Consideration Before Death
Diego Maradona's former secretary testified that excessive alcohol use led to discussions of forced hospitalization before the football legend's death in 2021. Medical and psychol…
Egyptian Legend Ayman Younes Criticizes Lionel Messi's Off-Field Conduct Amid 2026 World Cup
Egyptian football legend Ayman Younes criticized Lionel Messi during the 2026 World Cup, praising his talent but condemning his off-field political and religious stances that alie…
Lionel Messi Poised to Make History as First Three-Time World Cup Best Player
Lionel Messi is close to becoming the first player to win the World Cup Golden Ball three times after leading Argentina to a 2-1 win over England in the 2026 semifinals. He is the…
Anthony Gordon Scores for England Against Argentina in 2026 World Cup Semifinal Echoing Maradona's 1986 Goal
Anthony Gordon scored for England in the 55th minute against Argentina in the 2026 World Cup semifinal, mirroring Diego Maradona's famous 1986 goal scored in the same minute durin…
Messi Assists Twice as Argentina Stages Late Comeback to Reach World Cup Final
Argentina staged a dramatic late comeback to beat England 2-1 in the World Cup semifinal, with Lionel Messi assisting both goals. Argentina will meet Spain in the final after Spai…
England and Argentina Clash in World Cup 2026 Semifinal for Spot Against Spain
England and Argentina meet in the 2026 World Cup semifinal in Atlanta, with the winner advancing to face Spain in the final. Both teams come off dramatic quarterfinal wins, and th…
Argentina Vice President Calls England 'Pirate Invaders' Ahead of World Cup Semi
Argentina's Vice President Victoria Villarruel called England "pirate invaders" ahead of their 2026 World Cup semi-final, linking the match to the historic Falklands War and Argen…
Lionel Messi Proves His Greatness Amidst Criticism at 2026 World Cup
Lionel Messi continues to prove his greatness at the 2026 World Cup despite widespread criticism and conspiracy theories. Argentina’s performance and fair officiating debunk claim…
Jorge Valdano Reflects on Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ Goal Ahead of Argentina-England World Cup Clash
Jorge Valdano, Argentina’s 1986 World Cup striker, reflected on Diego Maradona’s legendary 1986 quarterfinal goals against England ahead of their 2022 World Cup semifinal. He emph…
Argentina Coach Scaloni Focuses on Football Ahead of 2026 World Cup Semi Against England
Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni downplays historical tensions ahead of the 2026 World Cup semi-final against England, focusing on football and team performance. He praises England'…
France Faces Spain in High-Stakes World Cup Semifinal Clash
France and Spain meet in the World Cup semifinals in Dallas, with the winner advancing to face Argentina or England in the final. Both teams bring strong defenses and rich footbal…
England Prepares for Argentina Clash with Rice Fit and Pickford Focused on Team
England's Declan Rice has recovered from illness and is set to play in the 2026 World Cup semifinal against Argentina in Atlanta. England aims to reach their second final since 19…
World Cup Semifinals Set With France-Spain and England-Argentina Showdowns
The 2022 World Cup semifinals feature France vs. Spain and England vs. Argentina, fulfilling FIFA's goal of top-ranked teams advancing. France leads with a dominant attack, Spain…
Former Scotland Captain Graham Souness Calls Lionel Messi Greatest Player, Surpassing Maradona
Graham Souness, former Scotland captain, declares Lionel Messi the greatest footballer, surpassing Diego Maradona. He warns England against trying to trap Messi ahead of their Wor…
Argentina Faces England in World Cup Semifinal After Navigating Easier Path
Argentina reached the 2026 World Cup semifinals after beating Switzerland and faces England, their toughest opponent yet. Despite an easier path, Argentina's veteran squad led by…
Lionel Messi Faces England for First Time in World Cup 2026 Semifinal Clash
England and Argentina reached the 2026 World Cup semifinals, setting up a historic clash where Lionel Messi will face England for the first time in his career. The match, schedule…
Lionel Messi Sets New World Cup Assist Record, Cementing Argentina's Reliance on Him
Lionel Messi set a new World Cup record with 10 assists after helping Alexis Mac Allister score against Switzerland in 2026, extending his lead over Diego Maradona. He also became…
England Relies on Jude Bellingham's Maradona-Like Performance to Beat Norway
England's Jude Bellingham delivered a Maradona-like performance against Mexico, crucial for their 3-2 win in the 2026 World Cup. England needs Bellingham and Harry Kane at their b…
Messi Overcomes Setback Against Egypt, Cementing His Legendary Status
Lionel Messi led Argentina to a dramatic comeback against Egypt in the World Cup round of 16, overcoming a two-goal deficit and personal setbacks to reinforce his legendary status…
FIFA Faces Pressure Over Argentina's Controversial Locker Room Song at World Cup
After Argentina's Round of 16 win at the 2026 World Cup, players sang a controversial song referencing the Falklands, sparking tensions with England. FIFA has not yet responded to…
Jude Bellingham Emerges as England's Key Hope for World Cup Glory After 60 Years
Jude Bellingham has emerged as England's key player at the 2026 World Cup, scoring a rapid brace at Mexico City's Azteca Stadium and boosting hopes of winning the trophy after 60…
Lionel Messi Leads Argentina Despite Team Struggles at 2026 World Cup
Despite Argentina's uneven performance at the 2026 World Cup, Lionel Messi continues to shine, delivering crucial goals and assists that keep the team competitive. At 39, Messi br…
Argentina's New World Cup Song Mixes Politics, Rivalry, and Praise for Messi
Argentina's new 2026 World Cup song celebrates Lionel Messi, recalls past controversies with Germany, and asserts claims over the Falkland Islands, reflecting national pride and p…
Lionel Messi Scores Dramatic Equalizer Against Egypt, Celebrates Like Maradona
Lionel Messi scored a dramatic equalizer against Egypt in the 2026 World Cup, leading Argentina to a historic 3-2 comeback victory and quarterfinal berth, celebrating with a gestu…
Erling Haaland Dominates World Cup as Norway Upsets Brazil in Round of 16
Erling Haaland led Norway to a stunning 2-1 victory over Brazil in the 2026 World Cup Round of 16, scoring twice and continuing his remarkable scoring streak. Norway dominated pos…
Jude Bellingham Matches Maradona's World Cup Feat with Stunning Brace at Azteca
Jude Bellingham scored two goals in 99 seconds during England's World Cup Round of 16 match at the Azteca Stadium, becoming the first player since Diego Maradona in 1986 to achiev…
Neymar Cries After Brazil's Early World Cup Exit, Hints at International Retirement
Brazil was knocked out of the 2026 World Cup in the round of 16 by Norway, with Neymar scoring a late penalty but breaking down in tears and hinting at retirement from internation…
England Returns to Azteca Stadium for 2026 World Cup Round of 16 Clash with Mexico
England returns to Mexico City's Azteca Stadium for the first time since 1986 to face Mexico in the 2026 World Cup round of 16. Brazil meets Norway earlier in the knockout stage…
Legendary England Goalkeeper Peter Shilton Forgives Maradona 40 Years After 'Hand of God' Goal
Peter Shilton, England's former goalkeeper, forgives Diego Maradona 40 years after the 'Hand of God' goal in the 1986 World Cup quarterfinal at Mexico City's Azteca Stadium. Shilt…
Dustin Hoffman, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Jesse Eisenberg Shine at Karlovy Vary Festival Amid Israeli Cinema Absence
The 60th Karlovy Vary Film Festival in the Czech Republic honored Dustin Hoffman, Maggie Gyllenhaal, and Jesse Eisenberg while opening with a documentary on the 1986 World Cup. De…
Argentinian Fans Turn Miami Into a Blue-and-White Carnival Ahead of Cape Verde Match
Approximately 15,000 Argentinian fans held a massive blue-and-white celebration in Miami ahead of their national team's match against Cape Verde, turning the city into a festive "…
Colin Farrell Recalls Unforgettable Night Meeting Diego Maradona in Buenos Aires
Colin Farrell recalled meeting Diego Maradona in Buenos Aires in 2005, describing it as a deeply meaningful and unforgettable experience shared with his father. The encounter incl…
Jose Luis Brown's Heroic Role Secures Argentina's 1986 World Cup Victory 40 Years Ago
Jose Luis Brown, initially a last-minute addition to Argentina's 1986 World Cup squad, scored the winning goal and played through a dislocated shoulder in the final, helping Argen…
US-Hosted World Cup Transforms Football Into a Global Family Entertainment Phenomenon
The 2026 World Cup in the US, Mexico, and Canada is revolutionizing football into a family-oriented global event, blending entertainment with tradition and attracting new fans wor…
Scott McTominay’s Napoli Revival Carries Scotland Into a Historic World Cup Night
Scott McTominay has gone from Manchester United scapegoat to Napoli star and Scotland talisman. After helping Scotland reach the World Cup and win its opener, he now faces Brazil…
At 39, Messi Is Still Chasing Rare Records in a Historic World Cup Run
Lionel Messi celebrated his 39th birthday during a record-chasing World Cup campaign. He is pursuing major milestones in scoring, assists, free kicks, titles, and club records for…
Texas-based Israeli fan celebrates another Messi masterclass
Dudu Shirazi, an Israeli living in Dallas, celebrated Argentina’s 2-0 win over Austria and praised Lionel Messi’s decisive impact. He traced his lifelong devotion to Argentine foo…
Messi Honors Maradona Anniversary With Record-Breaking World Cup Night
Argentina defeated Austria 2-0 in Dallas as Lionel Messi scored twice on the 40th anniversary of Diego Maradona’s iconic 1986 day. Messi missed an early penalty but then broke Mir…
Ibrahimovic praises Messi after record-breaking World Cup display
Zlatan Ibrahimovic praised Lionel Messi after the Argentina star scored twice against Austria at the World Cup. He said Messi’s record, longevity and consistency place him alone i…
Messi’s 17 World Cup Goals, and the Road to the Record
Lionel Messi has become the all-time leading scorer in World Cup history with his 17th tournament goal. The article reviews every one of his World Cup goals from 2006 through his…
Messi Still Chasing World Cup Records in 2026
Lionel Messi set and matched several World Cup records at the 2026 tournament, including becoming the all-time leading scorer and the oldest player to score a World Cup hat trick…
Argentine Fans Flood Dallas Hoping for Another Messi Masterpiece
Thousands of Argentina fans filled the area around Dallas Stadium in Arlington, Texas, before a World Cup group match against Austria, hoping to see Lionel Messi shine again. Coac…
World Cup Reaches 1,000 Matches in 2026 Milestone
Japan vs. Tunisia became the 1,000th match in World Cup history during the 2026 tournament. The article reviews the competition's major numbered milestones from 1930 to 2018 and p…