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The trial over Maradona's death: shocking revelations from the former masseur

During the hearing of the trial involving seven doctors, Maradona's former masseur shared alarming details about his health.

9 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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In the trial regarding Diego Maradona's death, former masseur Nicolás Taffarel stated that Maradona had stopped eating and bathing, highlighting his deteriorating physical condition. These revelations emerged during the latest hearing, where seven doctors are accused of failing to provide adequate care.

Taffarel described moments of great difficulty for the former footballer, emphasizing that no one intervened despite his evident decline. The testimony has elicited responses and attention, given Maradona's central role in football history and the circumstances surrounding his death.

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