'Sad to lose friends this way': Pele, others mourn Maradona's death
From I.M. Vijayan to Pele, the world mourned the passing of an all-time great
From I.M. Vijayan to Pele, the world mourned the passing of an all-time great
From I.M. Vijayan to Pele, the world mourned the passing of an all-time great
From I.M. Vijayan to Pele, the world mourned the passing of an all-time great
Reactions poured in on Wednesday to news of the death of Diego Maradona from a heart attack, as the footballing fraternity, sports fraternity and fans from across the spectrum posted tributes to the legendary footballer.
F.C. Barcelona, Maradona's former club, called him an icon of world football.
"FC Barcelona expresses its deepest condolences regarding the death of Diego Armando Maradona, a player for our club (1982-84) and an icon of world football. Rest in peace Diego," the club tweeted.
Pele said, “[It’s sad] to lose friends this way...Certainly one day we’ll kick a ball together in the sky above.”
Argentinian President Alberto Fernández posted an emotive tribute, saying, "You took us to the top of the world. You made us immensely happy. You were the greatest of all. Thanks for having existed, Diego. We will miss you for life."
Former Argentine player Javier Mascherano said, "Eternal thanks Diego for everything you have given us. Rest in peace. You won it all."
Many shared pictures of their interactions with Maradona, whose career as well as post-football life took him across the world.
Indian football legend I.M. Vijayan shared his photo with Maradona.