An Argentine court has announced the date for its ruling in the trial examining the circumstances surrounding the death of football legend Diego Maradona in 2020.
The verdict in the trial over the death of Argentine football icon Diego Maradona is scheduled to be delivered on December 22, following six months of court hearings.
The court announced the date on Thursday, October 22, 2026, bringing the proceedings closer to a conclusion in a case that has attracted widespread attention in Argentina and across the international football community.
Maradona, widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers in history, died on November 25, 2020, at the age of 60 while recovering from brain surgery at a rented house in Tigre, near Buenos Aires.
His death triggered an investigation into the medical care he received in the final days of his life, with prosecutors examining whether members of his treatment team had failed to provide adequate care.
Seven medical professionals, including his personal doctor, neurosurgeon Leopoldo Luque, and psychiatrist Agustina Cosachov, have faced charges in connection with the case. Prosecutors have alleged that negligence contributed to Maradona’s death, while the defendants have disputed accusations of wrongdoing.
The trial has examined medical decisions, the circumstances of Maradona’s home recovery and the responsibilities of those involved in his treatment. The court is expected to assess the evidence presented during the hearings before determining the defendants’ criminal liability.
Maradona’s death shocked the sporting world and prompted intense public scrutiny of the medical arrangements surrounding his recovery. The former Argentina captain led his country to victory at the 1986 FIFA World Cup in Mexico, producing performances that cemented his place among football’s most celebrated figures.
The December 22 ruling is expected to be a significant moment for Maradona’s family, his supporters and the wider football community, who have followed the proceedings in search of answers about the circumstances surrounding his death.
The court’s decision will determine the outcome of the criminal proceedings against the defendants. Until the verdict is delivered, the allegations remain subject to judicial determination.
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