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 Malvinas War between the two countries.
When does a match start? When does it end?
Director: Juan Cabral, Santiago Franco · Writers: Juan Cabral, Santiago Franco
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 Malvinas War between the two countries.
The Match is a 2026 documentary movie from Argentina directed by Juan Cabral and Santiago Franco, starring Gary Lineker, Jorge Valdano and John Barnes. It was released on May 21, 2026. The running time is 1 h 31 min, in English. Audiences rate it 6.9/10 from 7 votes — mixed to positive.
“When does a match start? When does it end?”
The Match was released on May 21, 2026.
The Match was directed by Juan Cabral and Santiago Franco.
The main cast includes Gary Lineker, Jorge Valdano, John Barnes, Jorge Burruchaga and Ricardo Giusti.
The Match runs 1 h 31 min.
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🏆 Awards: 1 nomination total
world cupargentinafootball (soccer)1980smundialguerra malvinasargentina 78futbol
Juan Cabral
Santiago Franco
Gary Lineker
Jorge Valdano
John Barnes
Jorge Burruchaga
Ricardo Giusti
Julio Olarticoechea
Oscar Ruggeri
Peter Shilton
Kevin Keegan
Diego Maradona