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Ball used in Maradona's 'Hand of God' to be auctioned, estimated at $10 million

The ball will be auctioned in the United States from August 21 to 23, with a starting bid of $2.5 million.

8 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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The ball used by Diego Maradona in the famous 'Hand of God' will be auctioned in the United States from August 21 to 23. According to estimates, its value could reach $10 million, with an initial bid set at $2.5 million.

This sale follows the previous success of the auction of the jersey worn by Maradona against England, which sold for $9.3 million.

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