“The hand of God had deposited a genius of football on earth”: Macron’s lyrical tribute to Maradona — Archyde

Emmanuel Macron is rarely the man of sober tributes. But with the disappearance of Diego Maradona from a heart attack this Wednesday, we had rarely seen the presidency split such a lyrical statement to salute the memory of a deceased. For more, click on the text below and read the entire tribute the French President made for the man who left a mark in World Soccer history and beyond.

“The hand of God had deposited a genius of football on earth”: Macron’s lyrical tribute to Maradona — Archyde

Diego Maradona Dies: Global Soccer Icon Of Argentina, Napoli & Barcelona Fame Was 60

Global soccer icon Diego Maradona died Wednesday after suffering a heart attack at his Buenos Aires home. He was 60. The former attacking midfielder and manager had successful surgery on a brain blood clot earlier in November and it was announced he was then to be treated for alcohol dependency. One of the greatest players […]

Diego Maradona Dies: Global Soccer Icon Of Argentina, Napoli & Barcelona Fame Was 60