Argentina Court Hearing

On Thursday, the Argentine court declared a mistrial in the case involving football star Maradona’s death. In this case, seven health professionals and medical staff are accused of negligence regarding Maradona’s death. This situation has captivated both the country and the football world for over two months.

How did this come to light

This decision was taken when one of the three judges monitoring the case resigned from his post due to criticism of his participation in an upcoming documentary based on the case.

The entire case will be heard afresh

After McIntach stepped down, the court had to decide whether a new judge should be appointed in his place or the entire case should be heard afresh. In which Maradona’s medical team was accused of failing to provide adequate care in his last days. However, the judges did not say when the new trial would begin.

About Maradona

Maradona, who led Argentina to the World Cup title in 1986, underwent surgery for a hematoma between the skull and the brain, that is, he underwent surgery due to a blood clot in the brain. And he died on 25 November 2020 at the age of 60.

Maradona, considered one of the greatest and most iconic players to play on the football field, struggled with drug addiction for many years