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If you have been following football for a long, you must know who Diego Maradona was. Why don't you try this Diego Maradona quiz to find out how much you know about him? This quiz will test what you know about this famous football player. Maradona is one of the greatest football players, so it will be an interesting question answer round. Give this quiz a try, and your results will tell how big a fan you are. Go for it! Do share the quiz with other football fans.

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1.

Diego Maradona was a professional football player from which country?
- A.
  
  Spain
- B.
  
  Belgium
- C.
  
  Argentine
- D.
  
  Germany
Correct Answer
C. Argentine

Explanation
Diego Maradona, widely regarded as one of the greatest football players of all time, was from Argentina. He was born and raised in Argentina and represented the country in numerous international competitions, including the FIFA World Cup. Maradona's exceptional skills and contributions to the sport have made him an iconic figure in Argentine football history.

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2.

When did Maradona start his professional career for Argentinos Juniors?
- A.
  
  1975
- B.
  
  1976
- C.
  
  1977
- D.
  
  1978
Correct Answer
B. 1976

Explanation
Maradona started his professional career for Argentinos Juniors in 1976.

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3.

In which year did Maradona move to Boca Juniors and help them gain the championship?
- A.
  
  1981
- B.
  
  1985
- C.
  
  1983
- D.
  
  1987
Correct Answer
A. 1981

Explanation
Maradona moved to Boca Juniors in 1981 and helped them gain the championship.

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4.

Which Argentine club played at the Estadio Diego Armando Maradona after changing the name of their venue back in 2004?
- A.
  
  Banfield
- B.
  
  Newell's Old Boys
- C.
  
  Nueva Chicago
- D.
  
  Argentinos Juniors
Correct Answer
D. Argentinos Juniors

Explanation
In 2004, the Argentine club Argentinos Juniors changed the name of their venue to Estadio Diego Armando Maradona. This means that they played their matches at this stadium after the name change.

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5.

Which club did Diego Maradona face in his last match for Barcelona in the 1984 Copa del Rey final, a game that saw a huge brawl break out after the final whistle?
- A.
  
  Atletico Madrid
- B.
  
  Real Madrid
- C.
  
  Athletic Club
- D.
  
  Real Sociedad
Correct Answer
C. Athletic Club

Explanation
In his last match for Barcelona in the 1984 Copa del Rey final, Diego Maradona faced Athletic Club. This game was particularly memorable because a huge brawl broke out after the final whistle.

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Diego Maradona led Napoli to their first Scudetto in 1986/87. Which club finished second to the Partenopei that season?
- A.
  
  Juventus
- B.
  
  Roma
- C.
  
  Inter
- D.
  
  AC Milan
Correct Answer
A. Juventus

Explanation
Juventus finished second to Napoli in the 1986/87 season. This was a significant achievement for Napoli, as it was their first-ever Scudetto, or Serie A title. Juventus, one of the most successful clubs in Italian football, had to settle for second place that season.

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Which Italian international aggressively marked Diego Maradona out of the Azzurri's match with Argentina at the 1982 World Cup?
- A.
  
  Claudio Gentile
- B.
  
  Gaetano Scirea
- C.
  
  Gabriele Oriali
- D.
  
  Antonio Cabrini
Correct Answer
A. Claudio Gentile

Explanation
Claudio Gentile aggressively marked Diego Maradona out of the Azzurri's match with Argentina at the 1982 World Cup.

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8.

Which country did Diego Maradona score his first senior international goal against Argentina?
- A.
  
  Wales
- B.
  
  Spain
- C.
  
  Switzerland
- D.
  
  Scotland
Correct Answer
D. Scotland

Explanation
Diego Maradona scored his first senior international goal against Scotland.

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9.

Which of these teams has Diego Maradona NOT coached?
- A.
  
  Argentina
- B.
  
  Boca Juniors
- C.
  
  Al Wasl
- D.
  
  Racing Club
Correct Answer
B. Boca Juniors

Explanation
Diego Maradona has coached Argentina, Al Wasl, and Racing Club, but he has never coached Boca Juniors.

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10.

Which club did Diego Maradona join after being slapped with a 15-month ban for failing a drug test due to cocaine in 1992 and thus ending his time at Napoli?
- A.
  
  Sevilla
- B.
  
  Tottenham Hotspur
- C.
  
  Boca Juniors
- D.
  
  Real Betis
Correct Answer
A. Sevilla

Explanation
After being banned for failing a drug test, Diego Maradona joined Sevilla. This move came after his time at Napoli ended, and he sought a new club to continue his football career.

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The Ultimate Diego Maradona Quiz

Diego Maradona was a professional football player from which country?

When did Maradona start his professional career for Argentinos Juniors?

In which year did Maradona move to Boca Juniors and help them gain the championship?

Which Argentine club played at the Estadio Diego Armando Maradona after changing the name of their venue back in 2004?

Which club did Diego Maradona face in his last match for Barcelona in the 1984 Copa del Rey final, a game that saw a huge brawl break out after the final whistle?

Diego Maradona led Napoli to their first Scudetto in 1986/87. Which club finished second to the Partenopei that season?

Which Italian international aggressively marked Diego Maradona out of the Azzurri's match with Argentina at the 1982 World Cup?

Which country did Diego Maradona score his first senior international goal against Argentina?

Which of these teams has Diego Maradona NOT coached?

Which club did Diego Maradona join after being slapped with a 15-month ban for failing a drug test due to cocaine in 1992 and thus ending his time at Napoli?