The Collapse of Maradona's Medical Team Trial: A Setback in Justice

Sat Oct 11 2025 23:23:36 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)

The trial concerning the alleged negligence of Diego Maradona's medical team was dismissed due to judicial misconduct.

In a significant development, the trial involving seven medical professionals accused of negligent homicide in relation to Diego Maradona's death has been halted in Argentina. The presiding judge, Julieta Makintach, was found to have participated in a documentary about the case, warranting a complete restart of the proceedings. The seven suspects, charged in connection with the soccer icon's untimely death in 2020, deny all allegations. With the trial initially commencing in March, the legal system must now re-evaluate the case and appoint new judges.

The revelation of the judge's involvement in the unauthorized documentary caused a stir in the courtroom, resulting in an emotionally charged atmosphere with Maradona’s family present. Prosecutor Patricio Ferrari condemned the judge's actions, stating that they undermined the integrity of the trial. The new timeline for the trial remains uncertain, leaving the families and the public awaiting justice in the wake of a football legend's passing.

The outcome of the initial trial heard testimonies from almost 50 witnesses, including Maradona's own relatives, but the mistrial now means that all of this testimony may need to be given again. The legal complications surrounding this case continue to unfold, as the nation grapples with the legacy of one of its greatest football figures.