Born: 30 October 1960 · Died: 25 November 2020 · Age at death: 60
How old was Diego Maradona when he died?
Diego Maradona died aged 60. He was born on 30 October 1960 and died on 25 November 2020.
Argentine footballer who led his country to the 1986 World Cup, scoring the Hand of God goal and the Goal of the Century
Did you know?He is the only player in history to have set the world record for the highest transfer fee twice.
Quick facts
Date of birth30 October 1960
Date of death25 November 2020
Age at death60
Cause of deathCardiac arrest
NationalityArgentine
BirthplaceLanús, Argentina
Occupationassociation football player, association football coach, actor
Editor's Take:
Maradona played football with a genius and a rebelliousness that made him a hero to millions. In Mexico in 1986, he almost single-handedly carried Argentina to the title. Against England in the quarter-final, he scored both the infamous 'Hand of God' goal and, minutes later, one of the greatest solo goals ever, dribbling past half the England team. At Napoli, he led an unfashionable southern Italian club to its first league titles, becoming almost a saint in the city. His life off the pitch was turbulent, but his skill and passion remain legendary.
Key Milestones
1976: Makes his debut for Argentinos Juniors
1984: Joins Napoli
1986: Captains Argentina to the World Cup
1987: Wins Napoli's first Serie A title
Diego Armando Maradona (30 October 1960 – 25 November 2020) was an Argentine professional football player and manager. Widely regarded as one of the greatest players in history, he was one of the two joint winners of the FIFA Player of the Century award, alongside Pelé.
