Maradona by numbers

Flawed genius, tempestuous talent, with breathtaking brilliance – maestro Diego Maradona, Argentina’s legendary No.10

01 FIFA World Cup title (1986)

04 FIFA World Cup tournament appearances (1982, 86, 90, 94)

05 Players dribbled past during Goal of Century in 1986 World Cup quarter-final against England

06 Clubs – Argentinos Juniors, Boca Juniors, Barcelona, Napoli, Sevilla and Newell’s Old Boys

08 Joins Barcelona for world-record $8 million fee in 1982 – surpassed by $10 million transfer to Napoli two years later

10 No.10 jersey worn – synonymous with iconic, talismanic leadership

11 Trophies – including two Serie A titles and 1989 UEFA Cup with Napoli

15 Age – professional debut for Argentinos Juniors in 1976

16 Age – full international debut for Argentina, against Hungary

34 International goals – including eight World Cup strikes

51 Minutes played when famous Hand of God goal is scored

53 Dribbles at 1986 World Cup – unparalleled at single tournament

91 Appearances for Argentina

259 Club career goals

491 Club appearances (1976-97)
                

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