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 storiesRoy Keane offers rare advice to England international ahead of upcoming Republic of Ireland clashFive things Ruben Amorim needs to address at Manchester UnitedLatestNewcastle United star expected to leave the club in 2025 amid Premier League interest: reportSee more latest ► Most PopularGary Lineker still hoping for extra year at BBC after reason for Match of the Day decision explainedReal Madrid midfielder dubbed 'the next Xabi Alonso' forced to retire due to rare infectionJamal Musiala provides detailed Bayern Munich contract update amid Manchester City interestGrab a Black Friday football boots deal on the Neymar-worn Puma Future 7 Ultimate – there's 38% off right now at Pro:Direct SportRuben Amorim confirms his tactical approach at Manchester UnitedEngland hit with EIGHT injury withdrawals as star man departs from St George's ParkArsenal talks with generational talent defender could be their most important deal in a decade amid Real Madrid interest: reportManchester United monitoring Bundesliga star amid potential summer switch: reportDavid Coote's Liverpool record analysed as he is placed under investigation for shocking social-media video leakArsenal eyeing cheaper alternative to Viktor Gyokeres: reportManchester City face heavy Premier League competition to sign 'world-class' left-back: report LATEST ARTICLES1Newcastle United star expected to leave the club in 2025 amid Premier League interest: report2Roy Keane offers rare advice to England international ahead of upcoming Republic of Ireland clash3Five things Ruben Amorim needs to address at Manchester United4Bruno Fernandes sends candid message to recently returned Manchester United defender5Rodri responds in brutal fashion to Vinicius Jr snubbing Ballon d'Or ceremony