The legal proceedings regarding the 2020 death of Argentine football icon Diego Maradona have reached their final stage. Seven medical professionals, including doctors, nurses, and a psychologist, are currently on trial facing charges of 'simple homicide with eventual intent.' Prosecutors allege that the defendants provided inadequate care and displayed reckless negligence, which they argue contributed to the cardiac arrest that led to Maradona's death at age 60.

The defense teams for the accused have consistently maintained that their clients acted within the scope of their professional duties and that Maradona’s health issues were too complex to be managed solely by the medical team assigned to him. The trial has been a focal point for public and media attention in Argentina, as it centers on the quality of care provided to a national hero during his final days while recovering from brain surgery.

As the trial concludes, the court is expected to weigh the testimony of medical experts who have debated whether the care provided was negligent or if the outcome was unavoidable given the patient's medical history. The verdict, set for December 22, will determine whether the seven professionals are held criminally responsible for the circumstances surrounding his passing.