Trial Begins for Diego Maradona's Medical Team in Buenos Aires

A trial has commenced in Argentina for seven members of Diego Maradona's medical team, charged with homicide by negligence following the football icon's death in November 2020 at age 60. The proceedings, which are expected to last for months, come after a medical board concluded that the team acted in an 'inappropriate, deficient and reckless manner' in Maradona's care. The court in San Isidro will hear nearly 120 testimonies, as prosecutors allege that the defendants abandoned Maradona during a critical recovery period after brain surgery. Public sentiment remains divided; while many demand accountability, others question the adequacy of evidence against the medical professionals. Maradona, revered in Argentina, battled addiction and health issues, which exacerbated the emotional response to his death. The trial is seen as a pivotal moment for understanding the circumstances surrounding his passing.