Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ ball heads to auction as soccer collectables soar (opens original article in a new tab)

The 'Hand of God' ball from Diego Maradona's 1986 World Cup match is set for auction with a $2.5 million starting bid, as soccer collectables see rising interest and values.

• The 'Hand of God' ball from Maradona's 1986 World Cup match is auctioned with a $2.5 million opening bid
• Soccer collectables market is growing, driven by the 2026 FIFA World Cup and increased interest in global stars
• Trading cards of players like Messi, Ronaldo, and Mbappe are achieving high values in the collectables market