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40 años después, la historia de Argentina en el Mundial de México 1986: Maradona, la mano de Dios y el gol del siglo
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
Por Hugo Manu Correa, CNN en Español
Es una estrella que estará por siempre brillando en el firmamento del fútbol argentino. La consagración en el Mundial de México 1986 no consistió solo en levantar el segundo trofeo de la Copa del Mundo para la Albiceleste: también fue ver en acción en todo s...
Key takeaway La consagración en el Mundial de México 1986 no consistió solo en levantar el segundo trofeo de la Copa del Mundo para la Albiceleste: también fue ver en acción en todo s...
Why this matters in The El Paso
El Paso 's own rich soccer culture, fueled by its binational community, makes the story of Argentina's 1986 World Cup victory particularly resonant. Many El Pasoans have strong ties to Mexico, where the tournament was held, and can appreciate the significance of Diego Maradona's performances on Mexican soil. The city's soccer fans, who regularly gather to watch international matches at local parks and stadiums, can relate to the excitement and drama of Argentina's journey to the championship. As El Paso continues to grow as a soccer hub, with its own teams and leagues, the legacy of Maradona and the 1986 Argentine team serves as a powerful reminder of the sport's ability to captivate and inspire communities across borders. El Paso's unique cultural landscape, where Mexican and American influences blend, makes it a fascinating place to explore the intersections of soccer, identity, and community.
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Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Por Hugo Manu Correa, CNN en Español
Es una estrella que estará por siempre brillando en el firmamento del fútbol argentino. La consagración en el Mundial de México 1986 no consistió solo en levantar el segundo trofeo de la Copa del Mundo para la Albiceleste: también fue ver en acción en todo s...
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