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Maradona's body to lie in state at Casa Rosada

25-11-2020 17:56 The body of Diego Maradona, the legendary footballer who died Wednesday at the age of 60, will lie in state at the Casa Rosada for three days starting Thursday, government confirms.

Maradona: A legend shaped by the Hand of God

25-11-2020 14:44 Diego Maradona scored more than 300 goals, but the two most famous came within four minutes of each other on June 22, 1986 in Mexico. One was voted Goal of the Century. The other is even more famous.

A life of excess: Maradona turns 60 in self-isolation

29-10-2020 14:23 Notorious for his wild lifestyle, footballing great Diego Maradona turns 60 on Friday in far more sober circumstances sheltered in self-isolation to protect him from the coronavirus pandemic.

A Hand of God 'with my right' - Maradona's dream 60th birthday gift

28-10-2020 17:41 Diego Maradona reveals he has a dream present to mark his 60th birthday on Friday – "to score another goal against England, this time with my right hand."

World Cup ties pose selection dilemmas for Albiceleste

26-09-2020 10:25 Putting out an Albiceleste XI for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers is an acute logistical and selection dilemma for Lionel Scaloni. But despite the difficulties, some of Argentina’s old-guard still can’t find a spot in the squad.

by Dan Edwards

'I'm healed': Dybala gets all-clear after coronavirus

06-05-2020 15:02 Juventus star Paulo Dybala posts message declaring: "I can finally confirm that I am healed."

Argentina and Uruguay draw 2-2 in Israel

18-11-2019 19:18 Game viewed by organisers as an important moment for Israel, following the cancellation of another Argentina match a year earlier after pressure from pro-Palestinian campaigners.

Messi returns with a goal as Argentina down Brazil

15-11-2019 16:24 Albiceleste put in a strong performance before a 22,000-strong crowd in Riyadh, as captain returns from months-long ban to lead national team to victory.

Review: New documentary shines fresh light on Maradona's mythic tale

30-09-2019 07:30 From a god to a devil – Asif Kapadia's absorbing and exhaustive new film shines new light on one of Argentina's most iconic figures: Diego Armando Maradona. It airs in Argentina on October 2 on DirecTV.

Ex-Boca star Juan Román Riquelme announces La Bombonera testimonial

20-09-2019 12:55 Former Boca Juniors and Argentina star will be honoured with a testimonial at La Bombonera in December, more than five years after midfielder's retirement.

Argentina shock Serbia, head into semi-finals of Basketball World Cup

10-09-2019 11:35 Albiceleste remain undefeated at the World Cup and within grasp of a medal, as Luis Scola rolls back the years once again. Argentina now head for a Friday match-up against the winner of USA-France, who tip off on Wednesday.

Argentina, Chile play out stalemate in LA friendly

06-09-2019 08:44 Albiceleste play out niggly 0-0 draw with rivals at a sparsely populated Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. 

Messi given one-match ban for Copa America red card

24-07-2019 12:28 CONMEBOL made no mention of Messi's "corruption" accusation against the regional governing body that he made after receiving his red card.

Ex-Albiceleste coach Carlos Bilardo 'in a serious condition' after brain surgery

19-07-2019 13:03 81-year-old, who led the Albiceleste to World Cup glory in 1986, was taken into intensive care on Wednesday, after undergoing severe medical procedure for second time in little more than a month.

Messi vows to play on after latest Argentina heartache

03-07-2019 16:05 The five-time Ballon d’Or winner infamously quit international football after Argentina's defeat in the 2016 Copa América Centenario final. The Copa América will take place in Argentina and Colombia next year.

Fireworks, phone calls bother Argentina before Brazil semi

02-07-2019 13:29 Tricks like these by fans are common in South America before key matches.

Albiceleste hold Japan to scoreless draw, earning first ever point at Women's World Cup

10-06-2019 16:07 Argentina delivered a solid, hard-working performance in their opener at the Women's World Cup this afternoon, holding former champions Japan to a 0-0 draw to earn its first ever point at the tournament.

Albiceleste brace for daunting return to Women's World Cup

10-06-2019 00:34 The Albiceleste face a challenging opening match as they return women's World Cup after a 12-year absence on Monday, taking on Japan at the Parc des Princes. 

Albiceleste eye victories at Women's World Cup after long fight for equality

27-05-2019 16:17 National team plays first Group D match on June 10 against the runner-ups of the previous Women's World Cup, Japan. Then they will face England, currently ranked third in FIFA’s list. Their last game will be against Scotland.

Albiceleste names squad of 23 for Women's World Cup

23-05-2019 15:20 Nine professional players from foreign clubs in Argentina's women's World Cup squad, with 14 players called up from domestic amateur league. Albiceleste have never won a game at the tournament.