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Maradona death trial: Final testimony and arguments set

Overview

The criminal negligence trial regarding Diego Maradona’s November 2020 death has entered its final stages in the San Isidro Courts. Seven healthcare professionals, including Leopoldo Luque and Agustina Cosachov, face charges of homicide with eventual intent. The prosecution alleges a lack of continuous medical supervision, citing evidence that Cosachov ordered the suspension of nighttime vital sign checks during Maradona’s home care.

Recent expert testimonies have introduced conflicting medical perspectives. Defense experts, including cardiologist Ricardo Iglesias and forensic physician Antonio Maya, testified that the footballer suffered a sudden, unpredictable cardiac event. Official forensic expert Pablo Ferrari testified that the death was a ‘cardiorespiratory arrest’ caused by ventricular cardiac failure and acute pulmonary edema. Ferrari argued the distress lasted only minutes to a few hours and noted that COVID-19 cannot be ruled out, calling the failure to perform a swab during the initial autopsy a ‘methodological error.’

As the proceedings approach final arguments, scheduled to begin on October 6, new testimony is expected from key defendants. Neurosurgeon Leopoldo Luque faces accusations of promoting the home-care treatment and neglecting Maradona’s cardiac health. Additionally, Nancy Forlini, a home care coordinator for Swiss Medical, is set to testify regarding allegations that she failed to manage necessary medical equipment and prohibited nursing staff from communicating with doctors. Evidence suggests Forlini may have been aware of a cardiac event the night before Maradona’s death but failed to act.

Entities

Leopoldo Luque · Diego Armando Maradona · Diego Maradona · Agustina Cosachov · San Isidro

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Timeline

  1. about 8 hours ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 5 sources
    Maradona death trial enters final stage with key testimony

    The trial for Diego Maradona's death enters its final phase in San Isidro, with key defendants Leopoldo Luque and Nancy Forlini scheduled to testify regarding alleged medical negligence.

  2. 6 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 76 sources
    Maradona death trial: Expert cites sudden death and potential Covid-19 cause

    Forensic expert Pablo Ferrari testified in Diego Maradona's negligence trial that his death was sudden and could have been caused by Covid-19, citing a failure to test for the virus during the autopsy.

  3. 11 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 24 sources
    Maradona death trial: Experts testify to sudden cardiac event

    Medical experts testifying in the Diego Maradona death trial claim his passing was a sudden, unpredictable cardiac event and that he had no detectable heart pathologies in 2020.

  4. 18 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 8 sources
    Maradona death trial: Psychiatrist defends prescribed medication

    Psychiatrist Aníbal Areco testified in Diego Maradona's death trial that the medication prescribed by Agustina Cosachov was therapeutically correct and did not cause toxicity or cardiac harm.

  5. 20 days ago

    [CRIME] 4 sources
    Diego Maradona death trial: Jana Maradona accuses doctor of betrayal

    Testimonies in the Diego Maradona death trial feature Jana Maradona accusing neurosurgeon Leopoldo Luque of betrayal, while defense witnesses support the adequacy of the addiction treatment provided by Carlos_D

  6. 25 days ago

    [CRIME] 2 sources
    Leopoldo Luque denies culpability in Diego Maradona death trial

    Neurosurgeon Leopoldo Luque testified in the trial for Diego Maradona's death, claiming no defendants are guilty and that medical studies showed no signs of cardiac failure.

  7. 27 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 12 sources
    Diego Maradona trial: Experts testify against home care

    Medical experts testified in the Diego Maradona trial that the footballer required psychiatric hospitalization rather than home care due to alcohol withdrawal and a confusional syndrome.

  8. about 1 month ago

    [CRIME] 18 sources
    Diego Maradona death trial resumes after medical record error

    The trial for Diego Maradona's death resumes in Argentina after medical experts testified that using his father's lab tests by mistake did not alter their diagnoses regarding the footballer's health.

  9. about 1 month ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 17 sources
    Swiss Medical admits medical test error in Maradona death trial

    Swiss Medical admitted that medical tests used in the trial of Diego Maradona's death actually belonged to his late father, causing a one-week suspension of the proceedings.

  10. about 1 month ago

    [CRIME] 23 sources
    Diego Maradona death trial suspended over medical evidence error

    The trial for Diego Maradona's death is suspended after it was discovered that some medical test results used as evidence actually belonged to his father.

  11. about 1 month ago

    [CRIME] 50 sources
    Maradona death trial suspended over incorrect medical tests

    The Diego Maradona death trial has been suspended following revelations that medical experts may have used kidney tests belonging to his father. Experts also testified to ignored warning signs.

  12. about 1 month ago

    [CRIME] 12 sources
    Maradona death trial enters decisive phase with medical expert testimony

    The trial for Diego Maradona's death enters a critical stage in Argentina as medical experts testify about his chronic kidney disease and unmonitored heart failure symptoms.

  13. about 2 months ago

    [CRIME] 8 sources
    Diego Maradona death trial: Expert testifies doctors ignored cardiac warning signs

    Cardiologist Gustavo Di Niro testified in the Diego Maradona death trial that doctors failed to act on critical warning signs of cardiac failure during the athlete's final weeks of home treatment.

  14. about 2 months ago

    [CRIME] 28 sources
    Maradona death trial: Expert testifies medical team ignored warning signs

    Forensic expert Carlos Cassinelli testified in an Argentine court that Diego Maradona showed ignored warning signs of heart failure days before his 2020 death, calling the medical team's actions reckless.

  15. about 2 months ago

    [CRIME] 36 sources
    Diego Maradona's last days described in court testimony

    Masseur Nicolas Taffarel told an Argentine court that Maradona was bedridden, swollen and refused care, saying “No quiero nada, ya está” a day before his 25 Nov 2020 death; seven doctors face a negligence trial

  16. about 2 months ago

    [CRIME] 13 sources
    Diego Maradona trial: caretaker says swelling ignored, doctor visits missed

    Maradona’s trial reveals caretaker Domínguez saying the star was swollen, fluid‑retained and ignored by doctor Luque, who visited only four times; autopsy cites pulmonary oedema, and eight health workers face a

  17. 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 6 sources
    Maradona death trial hears nutritionist on final meals

    Nutritionist Luciano Spena testifies about Maradona's last meals as a trial charges seven health workers with homicide.

  18. 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 5 sources
    Diego Maradona medical negligence trial continues in Argentina

    Diego Maradona's medical team faces a prolonged negligence trial in Argentina, with over 25 hearings, key testimony from doctor Leopoldo Luque, and courtroom clashes involving the star's daughters.

  19. 2 months ago

    [CRIME] 4 sources
    Argentina trial over Diego Maradona's death examines medical payments

    Argentina's criminal court is probing Diego Maradona's death, focusing on payments to his medical team and the roles of neuro‑surgeon Leopoldo Luque and lawyer Matías Morla’s sister, with several health workers

  20. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 7 sources
    Maradona death trial reveals aides said he was in “free fall”

    In Maradona’s death trial, aides testified he was “in free fall” due to heavy drinking, with doctors debating forced internment. Psychologist Díaz says his suggestions were ignored. Multiple health staff face a

  21. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 11 sources
    Burlando and Oneto clash in Maradona death trial

    Lawyers Fernando Burlando and Francisco Oneto fought verbally, nearly physically, during Maradona’s death trial, prompting a courtroom recess and suspension of the hearing.

  22. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 2 sources
    Former Maradona Custodian Testifies in Homicide Trial

    Ex‑guardian Julio Coria testified he performed CPR on Diego Maradona and said the star was fine before his death, while facing charges alongside doctors and nurses in a homicide trial.

  23. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 5 sources
    Maradona death trial reveals player chose disputed Tigre house

    Maradona's death trial revealed he chose the Tigre house where he died, despite lacking proper medical facilities; seven health workers face homicide charges.

  24. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 10 sources
    Maradona death trial sees key witnesses testify in Argentina

    In Argentina, the trial over Diego Maradona’s 2020 death continues as witnesses including Vanesa Morla, security guard Julio Coria and other custodians testify, while a video of Cristina Kirchner was rejected,

  25. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 3 sources
    Argentina court hearings focus on Lidia Ojeda and Maradona death cases

    Argentina courts hear two high‑profile death cases: prosecutor opposition to Lidia Ojeda’s release amid multiple preventive imprisonments, and Maradona lawyer Matías Morla’s testimony on the star’s poor home‑c‑

  26. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 2 sources
    Maradona's nephew describes uncle's final days during homicide trial

    Maradona's nephew testified that the star was swollen, had no appetite and refused to get up before his death, detailing the events on 25 Nov 2020 and naming several medical staff charged in the homicide trial.

  27. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 7 sources
    Maradona death trial: Morla and nephew Espósito to testify

    Maradona’s death trial in San Isidro sees former rights manager Matías Morla and nephew Jonathan Espósito testify, amid fraud charges and homicide accusations against several doctors.

  28. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 5 sources
    Maradona death trial hears witnesses on home care in Tigre, Argentina

    The Maradona homicide trial in Argentina heard four new witnesses—an ex‑accountant, a nutritionist, a neurologist and a nurse—about the home‑care setup and WhatsApp communications at his Tigre house before his

  29. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 4 sources
    Maradona homicide trial hears psychologist audio and nurses' testimony

    Psychologist’s audio warning and three nurses’ testimony feature in the homicide trial of ex‑football star Diego Maradona, amid charges against his medical team.

  30. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 8 sources
    Leopoldo Luque testifies for ninth time in Maradona death trial

    Leopoldo Luque testified for the ninth time in the Maradona death trial, with new witnesses and audio evidence spotlighting the high‑profile homicide case.

  31. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 2 sources
    Maradona death trial exposes alleged shielding by entourage and medical staff

    Maradona’s death trial in Argentina alleges his entourage shielded him while medical staff failed to provide proper care; seven health workers face homicide charges.

  32. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 2 sources
    Argentina court hears testimony in Diego Maradona death negligence case

    In Argentina, seven medical staff accused of negligence in Diego Maradona’s 2020 death face up to 25‑year sentences as testimony reveals alleged communication control and inadequate home care.

  33. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Diego Maradona death trial exposes alleged manipulation and medical negligence

    In the Argentine court, testimonies allege Maradona’s inner circle manipulated his communications and that medical staff may have been negligent, as the trial probes possible homicide charges.

  34. 4 months ago

    [CRIME] 2 sources
    Mariano Perroni Testifies Again in Maradona Death Trial

    Mariano Perroni resumes testimony in the Maradona death trial, joined by three Clinic Olivos staff, as the San Isidro court hears evidence against multiple medical professionals.

  35. 4 months ago

    [CRIME] 2 sources
    Maradona death trial continues in Buenos Aires

    In Buenos Aires, seven health professionals are on trial for alleged negligence in Diego Maradona's 2020 death, facing up to 25 years in prison.

  36. 4 months ago

    [CRIME] 2 sources
    Maradona death trial witnesses Dalma Maradona and nurse coordinator testify

    Dalma Maradona and nurse coordinator Mariano Perroni testified in the trial over Diego Maradona’s death, with Dalma recounting insulting audio from doctor Leopoldo Luque and Perroni denying any criminal role.

  37. 4 months ago

    [CRIME] 2 sources
    Maradona death trial: Dalma Maradona blames surgeon Leopoldo Luque

    In the Argentine trial over Diego Maradona’s death, his daughter Dalma accused surgeon Leopoldo Luque and Swiss Medical of inadequate home‑care, citing missing ambulance and staff, while medical staff denied a

  38. 4 months ago

    [CRIME] 2 sources
    Maradona death trial rejects request to detain witness

    The Maradona death trial rejected attorney Fernando Burlando's request to detain witness Nelsa Marilyn Pérez for alleged false testimony, allowing her to continue testimony.

  39. 4 months ago

    [CRIME] 3 sources
    Maradona death trial blames illegal home care after brain surgery

    Seven Argentine health professionals face criminal negligence charges over Diego Maradona’s 2020 death, with doctors saying his home recovery lacked required monitoring and equipment.

  40. 4 months ago

    [CRIME] 2 sources
    Psychiatrist Agustina Cosachov testifies on Maradona's home‑care decision

    Psychiatrist Agustina Cosachov testified that a rehabilitation centre was the preferred treatment for Diego Maradona, but his refusal led to a home‑care arrangement, a central issue in the homicide trial.

  41. 4 months ago

    [CRIME] 5 sources
    Neurosurgeon Pablo Rubino defends doctor Leopoldo Luque in Maradona death trial

    Neurosurgeon Pablo Rubino testified in Buenos Aires, backing doctor Leopoldo Luque as the main accused in the criminal trial over Diego Maradona’s 2020 surgery and death.

  42. 4 months ago

    [CRIME] 9 sources
    Neurosurgeon Leopoldo Luque says Maradona would defend him in death trial

    Neurosurgeon Leopoldo Luque, main defendant in Diego Maradona’s death trial, claimed the star would defend him, disputed autopsy edema findings and insisted Maradona chose home care despite doctors’ warnings.

  43. 5 months ago

    [CRIME] 25 sources
    Maradona death trial paused after daughter's crisis over autopsy video

    Argentina's Maradona death trial paused after daughter Gianinna broke down when an autopsy video was shown; doctors cite negligence and missed diuretic therapy.

  44. 5 months ago

    [CRIME] 11 sources
    Gianinna Maradona testifies in negligence trial over Diego Maradona’s death

    Gianinna Maradona testifies in trial over Diego Maradona’s death, criticizing the medical team.

  45. 6 months ago

    [CRIME] 2 sources
    Fresh trial opens into Diego Maradona death amid home-care errors

    A new trial opens in Argentina into Diego Maradona's 2020 death, focusing on alleged errors in his home-care after brain surgery.

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