Prosecutors in Maradona death trial seek sentences up to 12 years

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: Al Jazeera

What happened

Seven medical professionals face calls for 12-year prison sentences in trial over Argentina icon Diego Maradona's death.

Key facts

  • Seven medical professionals face calls for 12-year prison sentences in trial over Argentina icon Diego Maradona's death.
  • Reported by Al Jazeera and published Thu, 08 Oct 2026 19:46:46 UTC.

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