You Were An Icon Of The Game- Football Stars React To Maradona’s Death

Diego Maradona, one of the greatest players in the history of the game, has died at the age of 60.

The world legend is often overused but Diego Armando Maradona was a true legend of the game.

Tributes have poured in from across the soccer world as the inspirational Argentine legend will be sadly missed.

The man who led Argentina to glory in the 1986 World Cup is revered around the world for his incredible skill as a player as he inspired generations of players.

Maradona, who just turned 60, had only recently left hospital after having successful surgery on his brain to remove a blood clot as he fell ill in October.

The reports from Argentina which broke the news that Diego Maradona had passed away caused shockwaves around the world. Several of those reports state that the legendary player suffered a ‘cardiac arrest’ and died in his home in the San Andres neighborhood of Buenos Aires.

The soccer world has reacted to Maradona’s passing by praising his greatness, his skill and his desire on the pitch.

Pele, who is widely regarded as the best player in history alongside Maradona, had this to say.

“What sad news. I lost a great friend and the world lost a legend. There is still much to be said, but for now, may God give strength to family members. One day, I hope we can play ball together in heaven.”

Former clubs, national teams, legendary players and many, many others have paid their own special tributes to Maradona and this will no doubt continue for days, weeks and months as three days of national mourning have been applied in Argentina.

Maradona will also be remembered as one of the greatest players the world has ever seen.

Here’s how the soccer world reacted to the passing of a legend of the game. Diego Armando Maradona.

Cristiano Ronaldo- 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.

Lionel Messi- A very sad day for all Argentines and football,” Messi wrote on Instagram. “He has left us but he will never leave us because Diego is eternal. I will keep all the beautiful moments that I lived with him and would like to send my condolences to all his family and friends. RIP.

Mesut Özil- Very sad news. One of the best No. 10 in the world of football has ever seen has passed away. You will be missed, legend.

Micheal Owen- Quite simply – a player like no other. Rest In Peace Diego Maradona.”

Mbappe- RIP Legend. You will stay in the history of football forever. Thank you for all the pleasure you gave to the whole world.

@GaryLineker Reports from Argentina that Diego Armando Maradona has died. By some distance the best player of my generation and arguably the greatest of all time. After a blessed but troubled life, hopefully he’ll finally find some comfort in the hands of God. #RipDiego

@Pele Sad news to lose a friend like that. May God give enough strength to his family. For sure, one day we will kick a ball together in heaven.

@en_sscnapoli Always in our hearts Ciao, Diego