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Maradona's 1986 'Hand of God' ball sells for $3.35m

The match ball used in Argentina's infamous 1986 World Cup quarter-final win over England has sold for $3.35 million (£2.6m) at auction. Despite initial pre-sale estimates reaching up to $10m, the artefact from Diego Maradona's legendary "Hand of God" performance drew substantial interest before the hammer fell on Saturday evening.

Arnold: Tuchel's call completely shattered me, and I want him to know my anger

The right-back is determined to return to the Three Lions squad

"Your presence will weaken it": Concacaf asked Infantino not to attend a continental tournament

The FIFA president insisted on attending the competitions

After nine years: Messi incident sparks Argentina's optimism in the sanctions battle

The Argentine federation is prepared to go far against FIFA's sanctions

Earthquake in the world of football: UEFA and CONCACAF explore staging a joint tournament

The two continental federations are allied against Infantino

FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour - Mexico City

England eyes 2038 or 2042 World Cup bid

England could finally be set to bring the World Cup back to British soil as plans emerge for a potential bid to host the tournament in 2038 or 2042. The ambitious project, reportedly backed by high-level political figures, aims to end a decades-long wait to stage the world's most prestigious football event.