World Cup Mexico 1986 Facts and Statistics

wc_1986 There was a great deal of drama in Mexico in 1986. The brilliance of Diego Maradona propelled the Argentine team to eventual victory, but it was marred by the “Hand of God” controversy over the goal he ‘scored’ against England in the quarterfinals.

Winner: Argentina
Runners-Up: West Germany
Third: France
Fourth: Belgium
Adidas Golden Ball: Diego Maradona (Argentina)
Adidas Golden Shoe: Gary Lineker (England) with 6 goals
FIFA Fair Play award: Brazil