Iconic Momentshard
Diego Maradona's 'Hand of God' goal against England at the 1986 World Cup was allowed to stand by the referee. Who was that referee?
CORRECT ANSWER
Ali Bin Nasser
Tunisian referee Ali Bin Nasser failed to spot Diego Maradona's handball against England at the 1986 World Cup, a decision that has followed him throughout his career.
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