The Match (2026)

Plot Summary

Film reconstructs the historic match Argentina vs England at the 1986 FIFA World Cup quarter-finals, famously remembered for the the hand of God goal by Maradona. Also exploring the sporting, political, and cultural dimensions of the encounter, in the background of the recent deadly Falklands War between the two countries.

Full Cast & Characters

Gary Lineker

Self

John Barnes

Self

Jorge Burruchaga

Self

Jorge Valdano

Self

Julio Olarticoechea

Self

Oscar Ruggeri  

Self

Peter Shilton

Self

Ricardo Giusti

Self

Bobby Robson

Self (archive footage)

Diego Maradona

Self (archive footage)

Julia Somerville

Self (archive footage)

Director & Crew

Official Trailer

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