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'A legacy without limits': Maradona’s death resonates beyond soccer as tributes to the legend pour in

'A legacy without limits': Maradona’s death resonates beyond soccer as tributes to the legend pour in

Messi, Beckham, Ronaldo, Pakistani cricketers and Bollywood celebs remember the soccer great.
Updated 26 Nov, 2020

Diego Maradona, widely regarded as one of the greatest soccer players of all time before drug and alcohol addiction marred his career, died on Wednesday at his home in Argentina after suffering a heart attack, his lawyer said. He was 60.

He was a uniquely gifted player, who rose from the tough streets of Buenos Aires to reach the pinnacle of his sport. But Maradona, who led Argentina to World Cup glory in 1986, wasn't only beloved in his homeland; his fandom extended all over the world, among soccer and sports enthusiasts alike.

As Argentina’s stunned soccer fans sought each other to mourn the death of Maradona, gathering by the hundreds in spots linked to the life of the legendary player, tributes poured in from around the world as a testament to the late player's career and skills.

Soccer world mourns

Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo called him an “unparalleled magician”.

“Today I say goodbye to a friend and the world says goodbye to an eternal genius. One of the best ever. An unparalleled magician. He leaves too soon, but leaves a legacy without limits and a void that will never be filled. Rest in peace, ace. You will never be forgotten.”

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Argentina and Barcelona forward Lionel Messi also shared a picture with the great, saying it was "a very sad day for all Argentinians and for football".

"He leaves us, but he is not gone because Diego is eternal. I stay with all the beautiful moments I lived with him and I wanted to send my condolences to his family and friends.”

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Former England skipper David Beckham wrote on Instagram: “A sad day for Argentina and a sad day for football as we celebrate the greatness of what this man gave us."

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Pele, the Brazilian footballer who is considered one of the only players to have come close to Maradona’s skill level, was quick to pay tribute to the Argentine.

“Sad news today. I have lost a dear friend, and the world has lost a legend. There is much more to say, but for now may God give his family strength. One day, I hope, we will play soccer together in the sky,” he wrote.

Boxer Mike Tyson says farewell to a friend

Mike Tyson recalled becoming heavyweight boxing champion in 1986 months after Maradona also became a world champion.

“They use to compare the two of us,” Tyson tweeted. “He was one of my heroes and a friend.”

Maradona remembered on both sides of the border

In Pakistan, cricketers and sports enthusiasts remembered his skills.

Across the border, Bollywood celebrities also posted messages for the legend.

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Comments

Zak Nov 26, 2020 01:02pm
A great player who reached the height of fame and adoration and then there was no where else to go, so the slide into drugs and alcohol began. He went young. RIP legend.
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Dr. Salaria, Aamir Ahmad Nov 26, 2020 02:30pm
What a grave, gruesome, grim, gross, gigantic and great tragedy? Inna Lilla Hay Waa Inna Illehey Rajayoon.
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SQ Nov 26, 2020 04:17pm
Great FOOTBALLER. RIP
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M. Emad Nov 26, 2020 05:23pm
In 2019 football legend Diego Armando Maradona agrees to visit Bangladesh on the occasion of the birth centenary of Bangladesh founder Sheikh Mujibur Rahman in 2020.
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Elegant Liberal Nov 26, 2020 07:29pm
Think his next life and conclude inferences in light of real life. Awakening call not for everyone but for one who is wise...
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Cye Nov 26, 2020 10:36pm
Growing up watching this legend, players like Maradona stays with your memory forever.
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m4gr4th34 Nov 27, 2020 01:04am
Soccer? What is soccer? Oh, you mean FOOTBALL!! XD
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Dr. Salaria Nov 27, 2020 01:56am
Let see what he does next!
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Ali Wadood Nov 27, 2020 05:00am
a great player and source of inspiration for a generation too sad to know
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THE MORNING STAR, MD. Nov 27, 2020 06:18am
Drugs and Alcohol claim those who have no inner peace ; in spite of their monumental achievements.
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Sayyar Khan Nov 27, 2020 09:13am
Yes, I did argue with the Pope. I argued with him because I've been to the Vatican and seen the gold ceilings. And then I hear the Pope saying that the Church was concerned about poor kids. So? Sell the ceilings, mate! Do something!"
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Dr.Cajetan Coelho Nov 27, 2020 10:38pm
Brought joy to millions of football lovers across the Planet. Farewell Diego.
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NYS Nov 28, 2020 10:52am
There is no parallel to you in soccer world infact Diego Meradona you are the predessosar ..Rest in Power!
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