SOCCER LEGENDS
diego: the weeping angel
Diego Maradona at the 1990 World Cup: the Weeping Angel On June 24, Argentina faced Brazil on what was arguably the final piece of legitimate brilliance on the world stage from Diego Maradona. Aligned with Brazil hitting the woodwork on numerous occasions, Bilardo’s men somehow kept the game level. Then it happened. With 10 minutes of the game remaining, Diego received the ball in the center circle surrounded by four Brazilian midfielders and managed to achieve along with Claudio Caniggia what will always be remembered as the 'Miracle of Torino.' Read more here
TRIBUTE TO A SOCCER LEGEND
Diego Maradona: Sports world pays tribute to soccer legend Game-day tributes and commemorations for one of football's greatest-ever stars have taken place in stadiums around the world. Athletes paid their respects in a myriad of ways, albeit from stadiums without fans. Read more on dw.com
