February 6, 2025
‘Just to be on the pitch with him was special’ – England legend John Barnes reveals it was an honour to play against Diego Maradona as he declares World Cup in Qatar will be a ‘fantastic tournament’

John Barnes has declared it was ‘special’ to play against Diego Maradona… despite the Argentina legend knocking England out of the 1986 World Cup.

The ex-Three Lions star came on as a second half substitute in the quarter-final clash against the South American nation.

AFPMaradona’s double knocked England out of the World Cup in 1986[/caption]

Three Lions icon Barnes represented England at the 1986 World Cup under Bobby Robson’s tutelageRex

Barnes made an instant impact just seven minutes after coming on with Gary Lineker turning in his cross to pull a goal back for Bobby Robson’s side…
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