Diego Maradona's Golden Ball trophy to be auctioned in Paris despite heirs' opposition

Diego Maradona's Golden Ball trophy, given to him for being the best player in the 1986 World Cup, will be sold at an auction. His heirs believe the current owner should not sell it, but a French court decided the auction can proceed. The trophy was missing for many years but recently reappeared. Maradona's heirs tried to stop the auction by taking legal action, but the court ruled against them. The auction is set to take place in Paris and is expected to sell for millions. The trophy was awarded to Maradona after he led Argentina to victory in the 1986 World Cup. His heirs claim the trophy was stolen and that the current owner should not be allowed to sell it. However, the court believed the current owner acted in good faith when he bought the trophy and was unaware it had been stolen. Maradona's heirs think the trophy was taken from a bank. Maradona, who passed away in 2020, was a legendary footballer known for his iconic goals in the 1986 World Cup. Despite his heirs' objections, the auction of his Golden Ball trophy will proceed as planned. The trophy's unique history and association with Maradona's achievements are expected to make it a valuable item at the auction.