The footballing world was sent into a shockwave as Argentina legend Diego Maradona passed away at the age of 60 on Wednesday. Lionel Messi said Diego Maradona may have passed away but he is eternal and that he would always keep with himself the beautiful moments he had with him. Brazilian legend Pele said he had lost a great friend while Cristiano Ronaldo called him an "unparalled magician". Maradona, regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time, helped Argentina win the World Cup in 1986, the pinnacle of an illustrious career. One of the most famous moments of his career was his 'Hand of God' goal.
India's goalkeeper Gurpreet Singh Sandhu led the tribute for the legendary figure as social media was flooded with tributes for him. India's cricketing legend Virender Sehwag also took to Twitter to pay his respect for the Argentinian legend as the news of his death came out.
Rafael Nadal, in his tribute for Diego Maradona, said that his death had left a void but what he did in football will remain.
Hoy el mundo del deporte en general y el fútbol en particular tiene un vacío. Se nos fue #Maradona uno de los deportistas mas grandes de la historia. Queda lo que hizo en el fútbol. Mi mas sincero y sentido pésame a su familia, al mundo del fútbol y a toda la Argentina 🇦🇷
Rio Ferdinand called Diego Maradona his first football hero as he paid tribute to him.
My 1st football hero. Few people have impact over generations like this man did. The greatest, the best, the artist, the man...charismatic, a leader...A WINNER! One of the main reasons why I went out on my estate to kick a ball, pretending to be Diego. RIP Diego Armando Maradona pic.twitter.com/67sjmdkgFT
Mesut Ozil called Diego Maradona "one of the best No.10 the world of football has ever seen" as he paid tribute to him.
Very sad news. One of the best No. 🔟 the world of football has ever seen has passed away. You will be missed, legend. 🇦🇷💔 Rest in peace. pic.twitter.com/M8HBmPoFbD
"Legends never die", said Frank Ribery as he paid tribute to Diego Maradona.
Terrible to hear about the loss of a true football legend. 😞 But legends NEVER die. 🙏🏼 God give you peace. Ciao Diego #Maradona. 🇦🇷 pic.twitter.com/N3Eb83EHgn
"A very sad day for all Argentines and for football. He leaves us but does not go away, because Diego is eternal," Lionel Messi said as he paid tribute to Diego Maradona.
Ian Rush was lost for words as Maradona passed away and said for him, the Argentine will always be the greatest footballer.
No words! I will always remember the last thing you said to me!! Sleep well my friend! To me you will always be the greatest! #Maradonapic.twitter.com/3lXdGCHl0h
A small video of the time Diego Maradona met Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane and gave him some advice.
🇦🇷 Former Spurs manager Mauricio Pochettino introducing Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane to Diego Maradona who also had a bit of advice for the Spurs striker:
Didier Drogba said Maradona's was his first football shirt as he mourned the legend's death.
Mon idole est décédée, RIP Diego Armando Maradona, my first ever football shirt, the man behind my love for football Gracias El Pibe 💔 🇦🇷 🇦🇷 🇦🇷 🇦🇷 🇦🇷 pic.twitter.com/Xns3Z72pxt
The Goa government will install the life-size statue of late Argentine football legend Diego Maradona in the coastal belt of North district by early next year, a senior minister said on Wednesday.
Nov 25, 2020 23:28 (IST)
SC East Bengal head coach Robbie Fowler paid tribute to Diego Maradona
Maradona was released from the hospital just a couple of weeks ago after undergoing a brain surgery. He had an emergency operation for a subdural hematoma, which us an accumulation of blood between a membrane and his brain. The former Boca Juniors, Barcelona and Napoli star has had addiction problems in the past.
Maradona was initially admitted to another clinic in La Plata with signs of depression, anemia and dehydration, before being moved to Olivos when the subdural hematoma was discovered. Dr. Luque said an accident likely caused the subdural hematoma but that Maradona did not recall any falls or mishaps.