The FIFA World Cup Mexico, saw the introduction of the first polyurethane coated ball which was rain-resistant. The first synthetic match ball, with good qualities on hard and wet surfaces.
The ball was the first to include designs inspired by the host nation. The Azteca was elegantly decorated with designs inspired by Mexico’s Aztec architecture and murals.
It was won by Argentina who were being captained by the 25-year old Diego Maradona, who played a large part in his team’s success.
Maradona scored the “Hand of God” goal, as well as another voted “Goal of the Century”, in the same quarter-final against England.