News Diego Maradona’s life and career in pictures By PA Staff( Press Association ) published 25 November 2020 Diego Maradona has died, aged 60, following a heart attack (Image credit: Danny Lawson) Diego Maradona has died at the age of 60.Here, the PA news agency picks out some memorable images from his life and career.Maradona was the inspiration for Argentina’s World Cup triumph in 1986 (Image credit: PA Images)A precocious talent, Maradona made his Argentina debut at the age of 18 in 1977, but he did not feature in the 1978 World Cup win (PA Archive) (Image credit: PA Images)Pele (left) and Maradona (right) – pictured together at the Football League’s Centenary Classic at Wembley in 1987 – are widely considered the greatest two players of all time (PA Archive) (Image credit: PA Images)Maradona (left) captained a Rest of the World side against a Football League side skippered by Brian Robson (right) in the Centenary Classic at Wembley (PA Archive) Maradona, pictured at a press conference in London in 1996, had a controversial relationship with the media (PA Archive) Maradona appeared in the UNICEF Soccer Aid charity match at Old Trafford in 2006 (Steve Parsons/PA) (Image credit: PA Images)Maradona was loved by fans (PA Archive) Maradona went on to coach Argentina, leading them to the 2010 World Cup in South Africa (Martin Rickett/PA) (Image credit: PA Images)Maradona played the role of Argentina fan at the 2015 Rugby World Cup in England (Mike Egerton/PA) He played his part at the draw for the 2018 World Cup in Russia (Nick Potts/PA) Maradona displayed a banner of himself at the 2018 World Cup in Russia, a tournament at which he attracted plenty of attention in the stands (Owen Humphreys/PA) Get FourFourTwo NewsletterThe best features, fun and footballing quizzes, straight to your inbox every week.Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors Thank you for reading 5 articles this month* Join now for unlimited accessEnjoy your first month for just £1 / $1 / €1 Join now Already have an account ? Sign in here *Read 5 free articles per month without a subscription Join now for unlimited accessTry first month for just £1 / $1 / €1 Join now Already have an account ? Sign in here PA StaffSocial Links Navigation More about stories‘For England I’m a midfielder’: Trent Alexander-Arnold states his position amid Gareth Southgate ‘frustration’ commentPremier League clubs 'questioning the integrity' of title race following fixture changes for run-in: reportLatestManchester United target wonderkid to become first signing of Sir Jim Ratcliffe era: reportSee more latest ► TOPICS Diego Maradona Napoli Boca Juniors Argentinos Juniors Argentina Serie A La Liga World Cup Feature Barcelona Press Association Most PopularLiverpool star to run down contract, with future unclear ahead of Jurgen Klopp's departure: reportBy Ryan DabbsMarch 25, 2024Ole Gunnar Solskjaer reveals the striker Sir Alex Ferguson wanted to sign instead of himBy Joe MewisMarch 24, 2024Ole Gunnar Solskjaer reveals post-Manchester United job offers as he talks up ‘different challenge’By Joe MewisMarch 24, 2024Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s one Manchester United regret and the moment he ‘knew it was all over’By Joe MewisMarch 23, 2024Former Leeds United star looks back at the Champions League night that still gives him ‘goosebumps’ By Joe MewisMarch 23, 2024Manchester United to make 'official offer' for striker set for the Premier League: reportBy Mark WhiteMarch 22, 2024The 'problem' with Kylian Mbappe's transfer to Real Madrid By Ryan DabbsMarch 22, 2024Erik ten Hag wanted by three European clubs - with Manchester United sack looming: reportBy Ryan DabbsMarch 22, 2024Tottenham can sign 12-goal Premier League striker for just £15m - but there's a deadline: reportBy Ryan DabbsMarch 22, 2024Arsenal pair to leave, following recent double signing confirmation: reportBy Mark WhiteMarch 22, 2024Liverpool risk losing world-class superstar, with European giant circling: reportBy Ryan DabbsMarch 22, 2024 MOST READ1Manchester United target wonderkid to become first signing of Sir Jim Ratcliffe era: report2‘For England I’m a midfielder’: Trent Alexander-Arnold states his position amid Gareth Southgate ‘frustration’ comment3Premier League clubs 'questioning the integrity' of title race following fixture changes for run-in: report4Ranked! EVERY England manager ranked from worst to best5Manchester United report: Sir Jim Ratcliffe in huge U-turn to grant surprising new contract