From Kobe Bryant and Diego Maradona to Dean Jones: Sporting icons we lost in 2020
4 years ago

From Kobe Bryant and Diego Maradona to Dean Jones: Sporting icons we lost in 2020

India Today  

The year 2020 will not only be known for the deadly coronavirus pandemic which has wreaked havoc around the glob but it will also be known as one of the most tragic years in the world of sports due to the passing away of legends right from the very first month to the last. KOBE BRYANT The year started with the tragic news of basketball legend Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gigi's death in a helicopter crash in California on January 26, sending shockwaves across the sporting community. DEAN JONES Reuters Photo Former Australia cricketer Dean Jones died of a heart attack on September 24 in Mumbai. DIEGO MARADONA Reuters Photo Football legend and Argentina hero Diego Maradona died of a heart attack on November 25, aged 60. PAOLO ROSSI AP Photo Italy World Cup hero and football legend Paolo Rossi died at the age of 64 on December 9.

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Diego Maradona’s birthday: Remembering the football legend
1 year, 2 months ago

Diego Maradona’s birthday: Remembering the football legend

Live Mint  

Diego Maradona, arguably the greatest football player of all time, was born on October 30, 1960, in Buenos Aires, Argentina. 1986-2011 Maradona represented the Argentine national team in four World Cups: 1982, 1986, 1990, and 1994. In 2008, Maradona was named the head coach of the Argentine national team and led the Argentina team to the quarterfinals of the 2010 …

The medical team of Maradona under scrutiny for former Argentina great’s death
1 year, 8 months ago

The medical team of Maradona under scrutiny for former Argentina great’s death

The Hindu  

Eight health care professionals will stand trial in the death of soccer great Diego Maradona in 2020, an Argentine court has ruled. A medical board’s report, previously given to prosecutors, concluded that Maradona was in agony for more than 12 hours, did not receive adequate treatment and could still be alive if he had been properly hospitalized. Three judges from …

Lionel Messi statue to stand next to Diego Maradona, Pele at CONMEBOL museum
1 year, 9 months ago

Lionel Messi statue to stand next to Diego Maradona, Pele at CONMEBOL museum

Hindustan Times  

Lionel Messi stepped out of Diego Maradona's shadow by leading Argentina to World Cup victory last year and a statue of the diminutive forward will stand alongside those of his predecessor and Brazil great Pele at the South American federation's museum. Argentina's Lionel Messi poses with a statue of himself holding the World Cup during the Conmebol event. Messi, holding …

Pele's emotional parting message to Argentina legend and friend Diego Maradona goes viral after his death
2 years ago

Pele's emotional parting message to Argentina legend and friend Diego Maradona goes viral after his death

India Today  

Pele's emotional parting message to Argentina legend and friend Diego Maradona has gone viral after the Brazil football icon died at the age of 82. Pele wrote a touching tribute after Maradona's death was announced in which he said "I hope we will play soccer together in the sky." Peerless Pele: World Cup records "There is much more to say, …

Pele dies at 82: Brazilian football legend with 3 World Cups, 1281 goals and a winning smile
2 years ago

Pele dies at 82: Brazilian football legend with 3 World Cups, 1281 goals and a winning smile

India Today  

Pele, the Brazil footballing legend and three-time World Cup winner, has died at the age of 82. Following Argentina's World Cup triumph, Pele shared a photo of their team lifting the trophy on social media, praising squad leader Lionel Messi, France's rising star Kylian Mbappe, and surprise semi-finalists Morocco. PELE: A FOOTBALL ICON Pele made his international debut as a …

Pele dead aged 82: Messi, Ronaldo, Mbappe among stars to pay tribute to Brazil and football legend
2 years ago

Pele dead aged 82: Messi, Ronaldo, Mbappe among stars to pay tribute to Brazil and football legend

The Hindu  

Brazil’s all time leading goal scorer, Pele passed away of cancer aged 82 on Thursday in Sao Paulo. Rest in Peace King Pele 🕊️ pic.twitter.com/AmehPBOR30 — Usain St. Leo Bolt December 29, 2022 We are truly saddened to hear the news of Pele's passing. An inspiration around the world, a global icon, a legend 🙏 pic.twitter.com/iHlVzBB7j4 — Jasprit Bumrah December …

Pele, Brazil World Cup winner and football great, dies aged 82
2 years ago

Pele, Brazil World Cup winner and football great, dies aged 82

The Hindu  

Football great Pele, 82, passed away of cancer on Thursday in Sao Paulo, his daughter confirmed on Instagram. Nicknamed the Black Pearl, Pele won one Ballon d’Or, a record three World Cups and scored a staggering 1,283 career goals. He burst onto the international stage as a 17-year-old in the 1958 World Cup, scoring six times in total including twice …

‘Diego encouraged us from heaven’: Messi pays tribute to Maradona
2 years ago

‘Diego encouraged us from heaven’: Messi pays tribute to Maradona

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi, who inspired Argentina to its third World Cup trophy, said, “it is Diego who encouraged us from heaven.” Argentina, on Sunday, defeated France 4-2 in a penalty shootout after both teams drew at 3-3 following extra-time, with Messi scoring twice and then another in the shootout as Albiceleste ended their 36-year wait for football’s greatest prize. Talking about …

Argentina incredibly recreate epic Diego Maradona moment for Lionel Messi after FIFA World Cup win as picture goes viral
2 years ago

Argentina incredibly recreate epic Diego Maradona moment for Lionel Messi after FIFA World Cup win as picture goes viral

Hindustan Times  

Lionel Messi basked in glory as Argentina defeated France to win the FIFA World Cup 2022 final, at the Lusail Stadium in Qatar on Sunday. In what turned out to be a tightly-contested final, Argentina first took the lead in the 23rd-minute with Messi capitalising on a penalty after Angel Di Maria was fouled in the box by Ousmane Dembele. …

World Cup 2022: Gary Lineker says Lionel Messi has surpassed Diego Maradona with win
2 years ago

World Cup 2022: Gary Lineker says Lionel Messi has surpassed Diego Maradona with win

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Lionel Messi finally lifting the World Cup for …

‘Maradona is guiding us’: Argentina fans on World Cup 2022 final
2 years ago

‘Maradona is guiding us’: Argentina fans on World Cup 2022 final

Al Jazeera  

Argentina fans are seeking inspiration from the late Diego Maradona as they hope their team can repeat his 1986 magic. Doha, Qatar – For George Matus, a 55-year-old Argentina fan from Buenos Aires, Diego Maradona is a god who now sits in the heavens above, and Lionel Messi is his messiah on the football pitch. “When Maradona scored against England …

Lionel Messi's dream job as a 13-year-old was to be a PE TEACHER
2 years ago

Lionel Messi's dream job as a 13-year-old was to be a PE TEACHER

Daily Mail  

The PSG star admitted his dream job was to be a PE teacher in the old interview An old interview has unearthed a telling insight into the superstar at a young age The 35-year-old forward is currently bidding to win the 2022 World Cup in Qatar Argentina star Lionel Messi's first-ever interview as a 13-year-old has gone viral Argentina star …

From Pele, Maradona to Ronaldo: Who are the goal scorers in FIFA World Cup semifinals before Qatar 2022?
2 years ago

From Pele, Maradona to Ronaldo: Who are the goal scorers in FIFA World Cup semifinals before Qatar 2022?

The Hindu  

The FIFA World Cup has seen some brilliant semifinal goals historically, from Diego Maradona’s brace against Belgium to Roberto Baggio’s stunner against Bulgaria in 1994. Here is a list of the goalscorers in FIFA World Cup semifinals so far: 1930 FIFA World Cup Argentina 6-1 USA Uruguay 6-1 Yugoslavia 1934 FIFA World Cup Italy 1-0 Austria Czechoslovakia 3-1 Germany 1938 …

Messi equals Maradona FIFA World Cup goal tally after strike against Mexico
2 years, 1 month ago

Messi equals Maradona FIFA World Cup goal tally after strike against Mexico

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi got level with Diego Maradona and Cristiano Ronaldo after scoring a stunning goal against Mexico at the Lusail Stadium in Qatar. With the goal, the 35-year-old took his goal tally to eight, going level with the two-time World Cup winner Maradona and his compatriot Cristiano Ronaldo, who also got to that feat, in this edition of the World …

Lionel Messi pays tribute to Diego Maradona, criticised by the legend’s son
2 years, 1 month ago

Lionel Messi pays tribute to Diego Maradona, criticised by the legend’s son

The Hindu  

Football icon Lionel Messi paid homage to former Argentina coach Diego Maradona on his second death anniversary on November 25. Messi’s tribute came at a time when Maradona’s son Diego Sinagra criticised the seven-time Ballon d’Or winner after a shock 1-2 defeat to Saudi Arabia in their opening game at the FIFA World Cup 2022. Although he achieved great success …

Diego Maradona: A look at the Argentina legend's spectacular goals on his second death anniversary
2 years, 1 month ago

Diego Maradona: A look at the Argentina legend's spectacular goals on his second death anniversary

Firstpost  

During his illustrated 21-year career, Maradona had troubled any top defenders around the globe with his extraordinary touches and spectacular dribbling skill. During his illustrious career, ‘El 10’ had troubled many defenders around the world with his extraordinary touches and spectacular dribbling skill. Today, on the occasion of his second death anniversary, let’s look back at the top goals netted …

Messi and Ronaldo chase football glory one last time
2 years, 1 month ago

Messi and Ronaldo chase football glory one last time

Live Mint  

The boy, about 12, sobs uncontrollably. It’s 26 June and Lionel Messi has just scored Argentina’s first goal against Nigeria in the 14th minute of a Group D match of the 2018 World Cup at Saint Petersburg, Russia. The crowd goes berserk; over 60,000 of them, predominantly Argentinian fans, many of them unsure whether this is Messi’s last World Cup. …

Lionel Messi to headline Diego Maradona 'match for peace' homage
2 years, 2 months ago

Lionel Messi to headline Diego Maradona 'match for peace' homage

Firstpost  

In addition to Messi, former Brazilian star Ronaldinho, Italian World Cup winner Gianluigi Buffon and Roma’s Portuguese coach Jose Mourinho confirmed their presence. Lionel Messi will headline a star-studded lineup for a ‘match for peace’ in tribute to fellow Argentina soccer great Diego Maradona on 14 November in Rome, organisers announced on Monday. In addition to Messi, former Brazilian star …

Lionel Messi to Headline Diego Maradona 'Match For Peace' Homage
2 years, 2 months ago

Lionel Messi to Headline Diego Maradona 'Match For Peace' Homage

News 18  

Lionel Messi will headline a star-studded lineup for a ‘match for peace’ in tribute to fellow Argentina soccer great Diego Maradona on November 14 in Rome, organisers announced on Monday. In addition to Messi, former Brazilian star Ronaldinho, Italian World Cup winner Gianluigi Buffon and Roma’s Portuguese coach Jose Mourinho confirmed their presence in a video published by the WEPLAYFORPEACE …

Explained: All you need to know about Diego Maradona death saga
2 years, 8 months ago

Explained: All you need to know about Diego Maradona death saga

Firstpost  

After many raised concerns about the legitimacy of the way Maradona died and prosecutors wanting his medical team to go on trial almost one-and-a-half years after his death, we revisit the developments in the case so far. ‘Maradona received inadequate medical care’: Medical Board Argentine football icon Diego Maradona received inadequate medical care and was left to his fate for …

Diego Maradona's 1986 World Cup 'Hand of God' Jersey to be Auctioned
2 years, 9 months ago

Diego Maradona's 1986 World Cup 'Hand of God' Jersey to be Auctioned

News 18  

The jersey worn by Diego Maradona when he scored twice against England in the 1986 World Cup, including the infamous “hand of God” goal, is to be auctioned off later this month, Sotheby’s announced on Wednesday. IPL FULL COVERAGE | SCHEDULE | RESULTS | ORANGE CAP | PURPLE CAP The blue number 10 shirt has been owned since the end …

Remembering Diego Maradona’s LaLiga legacy ahead of historic match between Barcelona and Napoli
2 years, 10 months ago

Remembering Diego Maradona’s LaLiga legacy ahead of historic match between Barcelona and Napoli

Hindustan Times  

The world of football was dealt a huge blow with the news of Diego Maradona’s passing at the age of 60. Former football star Diego Maradona It was in LaLiga that Maradona took his first steps in European football, joining Barcelona for a then-world-record fee of $7.6million after starring in his home country for Argentinos Juniors and Boca Juniors. In …

Pep Guardiola, Lionel Messi lead tributes after Sergio Aguero announces retirement
3 years ago

Pep Guardiola, Lionel Messi lead tributes after Sergio Aguero announces retirement

The Hindu  

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola compared Sergio Aguero to Argentina greats Diego Maradona and Lionel Messi after the Barcelona striker announced his retirement at the age of 33 on Wednesday due to a heart condition. RELATED: "Maradona conquered Italy, Messi did it in Spain and Aguero has done it in England, his numbers speak for themselves," Guardiola told ESPN Argentina. …

Argentines recall Maradona goal of the century 35 years on
3 years, 6 months ago

Argentines recall Maradona goal of the century 35 years on

The Hindu  

It was 35 years ago that Diego Maradona taught England to play, and the date did not go unnoticed in Argentina, where his compatriots remembered his “goal of the century” with a nationwide celebration of cheers and applause. Maradona scored twice against England in a 2-1 win in the quarterfinals of the 1986 World Cup, the second of which was …

Argentine doctors find irregularities in Maradona’s death
3 years, 8 months ago

Argentine doctors find irregularities in Maradona’s death

Associated Press  

BUENOS AIRES — A medical report on the death of Diego Maradona given to prosecutors Monday said the Argentine soccer legend agonized for more than 12 hours, did not receive adequate treatment and could still be alive if he had been properly hospitalized. The medical report said “the patient’s signs of risk of life were ignored,” adding that Maradona “showed …

Year in Review 2020, Biggest Sports Stories: Football legend Diego Maradona passes away
4 years ago

Year in Review 2020, Biggest Sports Stories: Football legend Diego Maradona passes away

Firstpost  

Maradona was a living god, one of the last wild men to walk this earth, and for all his flaws, he will be remembered for eons to come. From Liverpool ending their Premier League title wait to the mighty Indian cricket team crashing like never before in Adelaide to the passing away of some of sports’ all-time greats, the field …

After Maradona's death, Sportsmail asks who is football's greatest player?
4 years ago

After Maradona's death, Sportsmail asks who is football's greatest player?

Daily Mail  

Football lost one of its best players, if not the greatest ever, when Diego Maradona tragically died at the age of 60 at the end of last month. No one has ever scored goals of such quality or infamy on the grandest stage of all like Diego Maradona did against England in 1986; no one has almost single-handedly won the …

‘We’ll do our best to honour him:’ Napoli kick-off new era in Diego Maradona Stadium
4 years ago

‘We’ll do our best to honour him:’ Napoli kick-off new era in Diego Maradona Stadium

Deccan Chronicle  

Naples : Napoli kicked off a new era, playing the first game in their stadium since it was renamed in honour of club legend Diego Maradona. “Being here, inside the Diego Armando Maradona stadium, is a great honour,” Napoli sporting director Cristiano Giuntoli said before kick-off. It is a difficult match, but we will try to do our best and …

Lionel Messi takes off shirt, pays tribute to Diego Maradona after scoring against Osasuna
4 years, 1 month ago

Lionel Messi takes off shirt, pays tribute to Diego Maradona after scoring against Osasuna

India TV News  

Lionel Messi paid tribute to Diego Maradona by stripping off his Barcelona top to reveal the Argentina great's shirt after he scored the final goal of a 4-0 rout of Osasuna on Sunday. Messi celebrated his powerful strike from outside the box to cap the comfortable victory by taking off Barcelona’s blue-and-burgundy to bare the red-and-black of Maradona’s shirt from …

La Liga: Lionel Messi Pays Tribute to Maradona With Shirt Of Argentina Great
4 years, 1 month ago

La Liga: Lionel Messi Pays Tribute to Maradona With Shirt Of Argentina Great

News 18  

Lionel Messi paid tribute to Diego Maradona by stripping off his Barcelona top to reveal the Argentina great’s shirt after he scored the final goal of a 4-0 rout of Osasuna on Sunday. Messi celebrated his powerful strike from outside the box to cap the comfortable victory by taking off Barcelona’s blue-and-burgundy to bare the red-and-black of Maradona’s shirt from …

Argentine Football League Restarts With Tributes to Diego Maradona
4 years, 1 month ago

Argentine Football League Restarts With Tributes to Diego Maradona

News 18  

The Argentine league restarted on Saturday following the country’s emotional goodbye to Diego Maradona, with players, coaches and even referees expressing their love and gratitude to the country’s best-known football star. The main domestic competition was hastily renamed the Diego Maradona Cup, and games in the first stage of group matches kicked off across the country after a minute’s applause …

Diego Maradona and the story of the 1986 World Cup
4 years, 1 month ago

Diego Maradona and the story of the 1986 World Cup

Live Mint  

There’s one key attribute that elevates a footballer in the eyes of a Bengali. Maradona was already running at full speed to meet the pass before the ball had even left Valdano's boot, rushing past Italy defender Gaetano Scirea. Goalkeeper Peter Shilton and Maradona went for the ball, both leaping for it.and then Maradona poked it over the much bigger …

Thousands bid farewell to Maradona in Argentina amid clashes
4 years, 1 month ago

Thousands bid farewell to Maradona in Argentina amid clashes

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Fans wept and blew kisses as they passed Maradona's …

Argentina mourns death of favourite son Maradona
4 years, 1 month ago

Argentina mourns death of favourite son Maradona

Deccan Chronicle  

Buenos Aires: Argentina’s stunned soccer fans sought each other out Wednesday to mourn the death of Diego Maradona, gathering by the hundreds in spots linked to the life of the legendary player. Diego will never die, today is the birth of the Maradona myth,” said Dante Lpez, a physician who went to the Argentinos Juniors stadium, which carries the beloved …

Diego Maradona: Footballer who dominated the game like a god
4 years, 1 month ago

Diego Maradona: Footballer who dominated the game like a god

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. One man in no doubt …

'Really sad loss for football' - Fowler on Maradona death - Football News - Sportstar
4 years, 1 month ago

'Really sad loss for football' - Fowler on Maradona death - Football News - Sportstar

The Hindu  

Liverpool legend and SC East Bengal coach Robbie Fowler on Thursday mourned the death of Argentine legend Diego Maradona, describing him as one of the greatest to have ever played the game. He’s arguably one of the greatest ever players,” the 45-year-old former English footballer said. But let’s not take away the fact that he was an absolute quality player.” …

Virat Kohli on Diego Maradona: We have lost a genius - Cricket News - Sportstar
4 years, 1 month ago

Virat Kohli on Diego Maradona: We have lost a genius - Cricket News - Sportstar

The Hindu  

Argentina football star Diego Maradona passed away at 60 due to a heart attack on Wednesday. Indian cricket team captain Virat Kohli remembered the legend as someone who inspired people from every discipline. Maradona, Argentina's refulgent star “People were mesmerised watching him play and that’s something that only happens to a very few, and he was one of them, a …

Diego Maradona Cleverly Disguised 'Hand Of God' Goal, Says Former England Custodian Peter Shilton
4 years, 1 month ago

Diego Maradona Cleverly Disguised 'Hand Of God' Goal, Says Former England Custodian Peter Shilton

News 18  

Former England goalkeeper Peter Shilton says Diego Maradona tried to disguise the handball that secured the infamous Hand of God goal which helped Argentina knock England out of the 1986 World Cup but did not expect his effort to stand. The striker’s goal in the 2-1 victory over England, when he punched the ball over Shilton, has rankled with England …

Diego Maradona Had Greatness But No Sportsmanship: Former England Goalkeeper Peter Shilton
4 years, 1 month ago

Diego Maradona Had Greatness But No Sportsmanship: Former England Goalkeeper Peter Shilton

News 18  

Diego Maradona had greatness in him but his refusal to apologise for his ‘Hand of God’ goal that helped knock England out of the 1986 World Cup proved he lacked sportsmanship, former England goalkeeper Peter Shilton has said. Shilton was in goal for England during their World Cup quarter-final in Mexico, when six minutes into the second half Maradona leapt …

Argentines Bid Farewell To Maradona As Nation Mourns Flawed Hero
4 years, 1 month ago

Argentines Bid Farewell To Maradona As Nation Mourns Flawed Hero

News 18  

Argentines lined up in the streets of Buenos Aires on Thursday to say goodbye to soccer great Diego Maradona, whose casket lay in state at the Casa Rosada presidential palace draped in an Argentine flag and his famous No. Maradona’s body lay in a wooden coffin with the blue and white national flag and an Argentina soccer jersey with the …

Diego Maradona and Lionel Messi: Two symbolic extremes of a football superstar
4 years, 1 month ago

Diego Maradona and Lionel Messi: Two symbolic extremes of a football superstar

India TV News  

A glance at the statistics and some hard facts would show that as far as their individual careers are concerned, Lionel Messi has eclipsed his legendary former Argentina captain Diego Maradona, who passed away on Wednesday. Messi, almost symbolically, trails Maradona by two goals in the World Cup goal-scoring records -- Messi has scored six times in 19 matches while …

Diego Maradona passes away: A player with no distinguishable physical advantage, Argentine legend was the finest dribbler of his time
4 years, 1 month ago

Diego Maradona passes away: A player with no distinguishable physical advantage, Argentine legend was the finest dribbler of his time

Firstpost  

The finest dribbler of his generation, Diego Maradona mounted challenges like a rooster in heat, chest puffed out, angled elbows bent inwards, with a bit of his tongue sticking out. One highlight remains, however: In June 1983, before Lionel Messi, Ronaldinho and Iniesta were applauded by bitter rivals Real Madrid supporters for their performance, Diego Maradona was the first to …

Diego Maradona, Argentina's refulgent star - Football News - Sportstar
4 years, 1 month ago

Diego Maradona, Argentina's refulgent star - Football News - Sportstar

The Hindu  

Let me begin with an anecdote that shows Diego Maradona, so gifted, so explosive, in a particularly enduring light. Disciplined by FIFA, the Uruguayans behaved themselves; and Maradona took them apart, even though there was only one goal, by Argentina’s Pedro Pasculli, in the game. The shadow of the recent Falklands War hung over the quarterfinal at the Azteca between …

Diego Maradona dies at 60: Defiant and proud, El Pibe de Oro became symbol of Argentina and deity in his nation
4 years, 1 month ago

Diego Maradona dies at 60: Defiant and proud, El Pibe de Oro became symbol of Argentina and deity in his nation

Firstpost  

On Wednesday, football’s God passed away. There will never be someone like him.” Maradona will always be Argentina’s football deity. It is, however, a single game with the national team that ultimately defined Maradona’s career and life. During the match in Mexico City’s Azteca Stadium, Maradona played out Argentina’s ultimate collective fantasy. Historically, Argentina had defined their football in opposition …

'Maradona in Kolkata': Nostalgic Fans Share Pictures from Football Legend's Visit to City of Joy
4 years, 1 month ago

'Maradona in Kolkata': Nostalgic Fans Share Pictures from Football Legend's Visit to City of Joy

News 18  

Many will remember the way Maradona swayed, slithered and slalomed during his epochal World Cup triumph in 1986 in Mexico. After the news of Maradona’s death on Wednesday, people of Kolkata were nostalgic about his visit to the city and remembered how almost the entire city erupted in celebrations to welcome to football legend. pic.twitter.com/uk5MKDnQm6— Vijay Prashad November 25, 2020 …

Shah Rukh Khan, Priyanka Chopra, Kareena Kapoor Khan Pay Tribute to Diego Maradona
4 years, 1 month ago

Shah Rukh Khan, Priyanka Chopra, Kareena Kapoor Khan Pay Tribute to Diego Maradona

News 18  

Iconic footballer Diego Maradona, who led Argentina to victory in the 1986 World Cup, died after suffering a cardiac arrest on Wednesday. Shah Rukh Khan, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Ranveer Singh, Kareena Kapoor Khan and many others remembered the football legend as they put out messages on social media, mourning his loss. Shah Rukh wrote, “Diego Maradona….you made football even more …

Argentine soccer great Diego Maradona dies at 60
4 years, 1 month ago

Argentine soccer great Diego Maradona dies at 60

Associated Press  

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina — Diego Maradona, the Argentine soccer great who scored the “Hand of God” goal in 1986 and led his country to that year’s World Cup title before later struggling with cocaine use and obesity, has died. One of the most famous moments in the history of the sport, the “Hand of God” goal, came when the diminutive …

Diego Maradona: Italy’s Naples remembers its ‘barrio boy’
4 years, 1 month ago

Diego Maradona: Italy’s Naples remembers its ‘barrio boy’

Al Jazeera  

Italian city mourns the death of the Argentinian football legend, who once described it as his ‘home’. “I feel like I represented a part of Italy that didn’t count for anything,” he said in Diego Maradona, the 2019 Asif Kapadia documentary about his life in Naples. So deep was “barrio boy” Maradona’s attachment to Naples that he called Napoli’s first-ever …

Mahesh Babu, Mohanlal mourn death of legendary footballer Diego Maradona
4 years, 1 month ago

Mahesh Babu, Mohanlal mourn death of legendary footballer Diego Maradona

India Today  

Legendary footballer Diego Maradona suffered a massive heart attack and breathed his last on Wednesday. MAHESH BABU, MOHANLAL PAY LAST RESPECTS Diego Maradona had brain surgery and was discharged from the hospital two weeks ago. Rest in peace Diego #Maradona — Mahesh Babu November 25, 2020 Malayalam star Mohanlal shared a throwback photo of Maradona in Argentina jersey and mourned …

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