Argentina England 1986 World Cup Documentary Soars Ahead of Rematch

The documentary "El Partido," which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival last May, is creating a sensation in Argentina. It recounts Argentina's historic 2-1 triumph over England in the 1986 Mexico World Cup.

That quarter-final match at the iconic Azteca Stadium featured two of the most memorable goals in World Cup history, both scored by Diego Maradona: "The Hand of God" and "The Goal of the Century. " The film not only narrates the story of that game but also delves into the historical rivalry between the two nations.

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