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 PA StaffSocial Links Navigation More about storiesFormer Manchester United coach opens up on which players will thrive under Ruben AmorimPep Guardiola extending Manchester City contract MUST give clue to outcome of 115 charges - or does it?LatestManchester United star addresses his future following Ruben Amorim's arrivalSee more latest ► Most PopularLiverpool want the 'next Xabi Alonso' to bolster Premier League title challenge: reportLiverpool signing Bundesliga superstar is 'no secret', with agreement looking to follow: reportWhy Christian Pulisic may have landed himself in hot water with Donald Trump celebrationManchester United exclusive: Fabrizio Romano reveals Sporting agreement this January - and which players are being 'monitored'Real Madrid wonderkid Endrick linked with move to shock Premier League side: reportArsenal legend rules out return over 'sensitive fans' amid sporting director searchArsenal in talks over sensational Arda Guler deal this January: report'I’m performing at the highest level, and I feel good': Harry Kane talks international retirement plans with EnglandBarcelona and Real Madrid want to sign 'under-the-radar' 18-year-old star: reportPep Guardiola offered shock Manchester City exit - by former team-mate: reportWhich football clubs have announced they’re leaving X (formerly Twitter)? LATEST ARTICLES1Manchester United star addresses his future following Ruben Amorim's arrival2Former Manchester United coach opens up on which players will thrive under Ruben Amorim 3Inter Miami new manager odds: Star-studded favourites to become Lionel Messi's manager4Pep Guardiola extending Manchester City contract MUST give clue to outcome of 115 charges - or does it?5Trent Alexander-Arnold 'obsession' might be over, after being offered record deal: report