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The Match (2026)

Movie ★ 5.0 91 min

Documentary

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.

Juan Cabral Director Santiago Franco Director

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Quick facts

Released
May 21, 2026
Runtime
91 min
IMDb
tt41593328
Country
Argentina
Language
English, Spanish
Studio
Industria del Milagro, Blurr Stories, Labhouse

Themes

Cast

Gary Lineker Gary Lineker Self John Barnes John Barnes Self Jorge Burruchaga Jorge Burruchaga Self Jorge Valdano Jorge Valdano Self Julio Olarticoechea Julio Olarticoechea Self Oscar Ruggeri   Oscar Ruggeri   Self Peter Shilton Peter Shilton Self Ricardo Giusti Ricardo Giusti Self Bobby Robson Bobby Robson Self (archive footage) Diego Maradona Diego Maradona Self (archive footage) Julia Somerville Julia Somerville Self (archive footage)

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Match about?
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.
Who directed The Match?
The Match was directed by Juan Cabral, Santiago Franco.
Who stars in The Match?
The Match stars Gary Lineker, John Barnes, Jorge Burruchaga, Jorge Valdano.
When was The Match released?
The Match is a 2026 documentary film.
Where can I watch The Match?
You can watch The Match with full details, cast, and streaming options on 3eyedraven.