Maradona's World Cup 'hand of God' jersey to be auctioned, RM22mil starting price

A handout photo courtesy Sotheby's shows the 1986 FIFA World Cup match shirt of Argentine football legend Diego Maradona, which he was wearing when he scored the "Hand of God" goal against England. Photo: AFP

The jersey worn by Diego Maradona when he scored twice against England in the 1986 World Cup, including the infamous "hand of God" goal, is to be auctioned off this month, Sotheby's announced recently.

The blue number 10 shirt has been owned since the end of the controversial World Cup encounter by opposing midfielder Steve Hodge, who swapped his jersey with Maradona after England lost 2-1.