SIMON DONNELLY has shared the memories from his first boss, Liam Brady, on superstar Maradona. The legendary attacker died at the age of 60 this week and with the footballing world in mourning, various former players and pundits are sharing their memories of the Argentine.
Last few days made me realise how much this guy meant , a superhero of my youth …..great words from my first gaffer Liam Brady pic.twitter.com/AYZm8FsMhp
— Simon Donnelly (@SimonDonnelly13) November 29, 2020
Donnelly cited the influence that Maradona had, as did a lot of that footballing generation. A world class talent that showed immense balance and composure. The goal versus England, in which he virtually dribbled past the entirety of the English team showed him as the superstar he was – despite their knee high tackles.
So strong , telling my boys about this , he rode tackles waist height with incredible balance , the goal vs Belgium , he stayed up for celebration 😀
— Simon Donnelly (@SimonDonnelly13) November 29, 2020
The greatest player I’ve ever seen. Exciting to watch and always an edge about him…mainly due to the fact he was booted up and down the pitch and eventually and understandably there was a chance he’d retaliate. He also never forgot his roots. Probably the people’s player.
— Electronic Tims (@ETimsNet) November 29, 2020
Everton boss and AC Milan legend Carlo Ancelotti was moved to tears during a minutes silence such was the larger-than-life nature of the Napoli legend. Spells in his native Argentina, Seville and Barcelona would be fruitful but it was in Naples that Maradona would make his home.
Diego, our true great love. #Napoli remembers #Maradona
👉 https://t.co/ZYY6unpYeA pic.twitter.com/9tHM7VgDIu
— Official SSC Napoli (@en_sscnapoli) November 26, 2020
Whilst the UK media may show images of the Hand of God moment, when Maradona rose to defeat England in the Quarter Final of the World Cup in 1986, Maradona was so much more than that. He was one of two winners of the FIFA Players of the Twentieth Century, earning various awards for his personal performances.
Not only was he a superb player, Maradona was very charitable helping donate to various causes to help the most impoverished children in his hometown and adopted home in Napoli.
Rest in Peace, Diego. One of the best in world football and a true footballing icon.
