On May 1st 1986, 51 days before he became the most infamous footballer on the planet with his two goals against England in the World Cup, Diego Maradona arrived in London to play in a testimonial match for Ossie Ardiles. White Hart Lane was rammed for a night of pure joy. This episode was executively produced by Owen Blackhurst, Tayo Popoola, and Seb White. Produced by James Bird and Joel Grove. Story editing by Matt Nelson from Gimlet. Original music composed by Harry Harris. 
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On May 1st 1986, 51 days before he became the most infamous footballer on the planet with his two goals against England in the World Cup, Diego Maradona arrived in London to play in a testimonial match for Ossie Ardiles. White Hart Lane was rammed for a night of pure joy. This episode was executively produced by Owen Blackhurst, Tayo Popoola, and Seb White. Produced by James Bird and Joel Grove. Story editing by Matt Nelson from Gimlet. Original music composed by Harry Harris. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When Maradona Played For Spurs

GIANT is a weekly podcast bringing you football stories that matter, told by the people who were there. It’s as much about people as it is penalties, life as it is legends, and emotion as it is extra-time. This is an audio documentary series that takes you deep into the stories you might know, you think you know, or you definitely should know. 'Imagine This American Life, if all the stories somehow related to football.' - The Guardian. Season One of GIANT is a multi-award winning Spotify Original hosted by Owen Blackhurst. Season Two is now available: episodes are released every Thursday, only on Spotify.

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