The defendants say Maradona had refused further treatment and should have stayed in hospital for longer after his operation. They risk prison terms between eight and 25 years if c

In Argentina, Diego Maradona's medical team faces charges of culpable homicide following the soccer legend's death after brain surgery. The trial, with over 100 witnesses, will examine alleged negligence claims brought by Maradona's family.

Seven medical professionals who cared for Argentine legend during his final days go on trial Tuesday accused of criminal negligence over his death.

Argentine soccer icon Diego Maradona died in 2020 while he was recovering from brain surgery. Several members of his medical team have been accused of homicide with possible intent, charges they reject.

Seven medical professionals who cared for soccer legend Diego Maradona face trial for alleged negligence contributing to his 2020 death. Accusations surround their oversight after critical brain surgery,

Fans of Argentine soccer legend Diego Armando Maradona gather, on the day of a court case against people charged with Maradona's death, in Buenos Aires, Argentina,. REUTERS/Agustin Marcarian BUENOS AIRES (Reuters) - Argentina began a long-awaited trial on Tuesday of the medical team for soccer star Diego Maradona,

On March 11th, proceedings began at the San Isidro court in Buenos Aires regarding the death of football legend Diego Armando Maradona in 2020. Seven healthcare professionals, formerly part of Maradona's medical team,

Supporters of Diego Maradona gathered outside the courthouse, singing and waving flags as the long-awaited trial into his death finally began after multiple delays.

A Maradona fan holds his image outside the court where his medical team faces trial for alleged homicide by negligence, in Buenos Aires, 11 March 2025