Cannes premieres 'The Match' documentary revisiting Maradona's 1986 'Hand of God' game

At the Cannes Film Festival, the Franco‑Argentinian documentary "The Match" was presented in the Cannes Première programme on May 14, 2026. Directed by Juan Cabral and Santiago Franco, the film revisits the 1986 World Cup quarter‑final between Argentina and England, best known for Diego Maradona’s controversial "Hand of God" goal and his celebrated “Goal of the Century.”

The documentary incorporates restored archival footage, testimonies from key figures such as England goalkeeper Peter Shilton, and new insights into the match’s lasting cultural impact.

The screening highlighted the enduring fascination with the iconic encounter, which took place on June 22, 1986, at Mexico City’s Estadio Azteca.