# Maradona death trial continues August 2026

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/legal-and-business-developments-involving-the-maradona-estate-in-2026
> Updated: 2026-08-06T16:55:00.000Z. Sources: 126. Developments: 31.

The criminal negligence case over Diego Maradona’s November 2020 death has progressed through the second half of 2026. After being reopened on 14 April, the San Isidro court has held more than 30 hearings, recorded over 80 statements, and heard testimony from family members, medical staff and custodians. Key moments included Gianinna Maradona’s emotional account (21 April), a suspension after a nervous breakdown (14 May), and expert critiques of the Tigre home‑care setup by Rodolfo Benvenuti (3 June) and Luciano Spena (26 July).

On 26 July, nutritionist Luciano Spena, now Argentina’s national team dietician, testified about Maradona’s final meals. He described a stew of osobuco, shrimp with garlic and broccoli, and a sandwich the star refused, underscoring the player’s poor appetite in his last weeks.

In early August, the trial entered its final phase. Security guard Martín “Chori” Domínguez, the last remaining guard on duty at Maradona’s Tigre residence, testified about the star’s condition in his final days. The following day, longtime caregiver Aníbal Domínguez detailed severe swelling, fluid retention and minimal food intake, noting that he repeatedly warned personal doctor Leopoldo Luque, who visited only four times in the crucial period. Autopsy results later confirmed acute pulmonary oedema with three litres of fluid in the abdomen. Masseur Nicolás Taffarel recalled Maradona’s last words, “No quiero nada, ya está,” and highlighted the patient’s inability to leave the bed, urinary incontinence and refusal to eat.

Prosecutors and defence are now finalising medical expert reports, but no verdict has been issued.

## Claims

- In late November 2020 Maradona exhibited severe swelling and fluid retention. (corroborated by 6 sources)
- Maradona ate little, suffered urinary incontinence and remained bedridden in the days before his death. (corroborated by 5 sources)
- Eight health professionals, including Leopoldo Luque, are charged with homicide with eventual intent in Maradona’s death. (corroborated by 5 sources)
- Diego Maradona was taken out of the San Andrés gated community on 20 November 2020, five days before his death. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- Diego Maradona died on 25 November 2020 at his home in Tigre, Argentina. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Masseur Nicolas Taffarel testified that Maradona was bedridden, had swollen legs, and refused food, bathing, hygiene and massage. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- On 24 November 2020 Maradona told Taffarel, “No quiero nada, ya está,” when asked to get up for mate. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Personal doctor Leopoldo Luque visited Maradona four times on 17, 18, 20 and 22 November 2020. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Maradona was under home care after a recent brain surgery. (corroborated by 2 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-06: Diego Maradona's final days detailed in trial testimony

Maradona died on 25 Nov 2020 at home in Tigre; his masseur testified he was bedridden, edematous and said “No quiero nada, ya está”, while nurses and doctors face trial for possible negligence.

15 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/diego-maradonas-final-days-detailed-by-masseur-testimony

### 2026-08-03: 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

13 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/maradona-murder-trial-proceeds-as-final-security-guard-testifies

### 2026-07-26: 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.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/maradona-death-trial-hears-nutritionist-on-final-meals

### 2026-07-23: 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.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/diego-maradona-medical-negligence-trial-continues-in-argentina

### 2026-07-19: 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

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/argentina-trial-over-diego-maradonas-death-examines-medical-payments

### 2026-07-15: 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

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/maradona-death-trial-hears-testimony-of-personal-secretary

### 2026-07-13: 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.

11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/maradona-security-guard-to-testify-in-homicide-trial

### 2026-07-09: 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.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/former-maradona-custodian-testifies-in-homicide-trial

### 2026-07-06: 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.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/maradona-death-trial-reveals-player-chose-disputed-tigre-house

### 2026-07-05: 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,

10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/maradona-death-trial-vanesa-morla-to-testify-in-buenos-aires-court

### 2026-07-02: 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‑

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/argentina-court-hearings-focus-on-lidia-ojeda-and-maradona-death-cases

### 2026-07-02: 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.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/maradonas-nephew-describes-uncles-final-days-during-homicide-trial

### 2026-07-02: 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.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/maradonas-eximagerights-lawyer-and-nephew-to-testify-in-second-death-trial

### 2026-06-30: 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

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/maradona-death-trial-hears-witnesses-on-home-care-in-tigre-argentina

### 2026-06-24: 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.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/maradona-homicide-trial-hears-psychologist-audio-and-nurses-testimony

### 2026-06-22: 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.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/maradona-death-trial-proceeds-in-argentina

### 2026-06-19: 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.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/maradona-death-trial-exposes-alleged-shielding-by-entourage-and-medical-staff

### 2026-06-17: 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.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/argentina-court-hears-testimony-in-diego-maradona-death-negligence-case

### 2026-06-17: 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.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/diego-maradona-death-trial-exposes-alleged-manipulation-and-medical-negligence

### 2026-06-13: 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.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mariano-perroni-testifies-again-in-maradona-death-trial

### 2026-06-12: 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.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/maradona-death-trial-continues-in-buenos-aires

### 2026-06-10: 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.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/maradona-death-trial-witnesses-dalma-maradona-and-nurse-coordinator-testify

### 2026-06-10: 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

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/maradona-death-trial-dalma-maradona-blames-surgeon-leopoldo-luque

### 2026-06-04: 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.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/maradona-death-trial-rejects-request-to-detain-witness

### 2026-06-03: 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.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/maradona-death-trial-blames-illegal-home-care-after-brain-surgery

### 2026-05-28: 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.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/psychiatrist-agustina-cosachov-testifies-on-maradonas-homecare-decision

### 2026-05-25: 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.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/neurosurgeon-pablo-rubino-defends-doctor-leopoldo-luque-in-maradona-death-trial

### 2026-05-21: 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.

9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/leopoldo-luque-defends-his-care-in-maradona-death-trial

### 2026-05-14: 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.

25 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/diego-maradona-jr-demands-justice-for-his-father-on-italian-tv

### 2026-04-21: 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.

11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/gianinna-maradona-testifies-in-negligence-trial-over-diego-maradonas-death

### 2026-04-14: 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.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/fresh-trial-opens-into-diego-maradona-death-amid-home-care-errors

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