An Argentine court has started its trial of seven healthcare professionals accused of negligence in the death of soccer great Diego Maradona at age 60.

Argentina began a long-awaited trial on Tuesday of the medical team for soccer star Diego Maradona, who died in 2020, in a case that has riled emotions in the South American country where the World Cup winner is still revered.

A shocking deathbed image of football legend Diego Maradona reveals his swollen abdomen, raising new concerns about his medical treatment. Seven members of his medical team are now facing an explosive homicide trial over alleged negligence leading to his death.