May 11, 2026

Maradona Rushed to Hospital Following Argentina’s Win Against Nigeria

By Farouk Mohammed

Football legend, Diego Maradona, has been rushed to hospital after nearly collapsing following his Argentina’s 2-1 win over Nigeria on Tuesday night.

Maradona could be seen in a shocking video clip which was obtained by Okay Nigeria, being helped from the stands by worried pals following the 2018 World Cup clash.

The 57-year-old has sparked serious health fears and according to ESPN, he was checked over by medics before being taken away by ambulance.

Maradona had seconds earlier sworn at supporters, after Marcos Rojo’s late winner.

But he could hardly walk from his seat at the end of the match.

Respected South American journalist, Diego Cora, tweeted: “Maradona had to be cared for by the doctors and was taken to hospital.”

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