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Maradona's home transformed into soup kitchen

The childhood home of Diego Maradona has undergone a significant transformation to serve the community in the wake of the legend’s passing. Located in the Villa Fiorito neighbourhood, the property is now being used as a soup kitchen to provide essential support to locals facing economic hardship.

CR7 'doesn't have the genius' of Messi, Maradona or Ronaldo Nazario

Cristiano Ronaldo has been told he "doesn't have the genius" of fellow footballing greats such as Lionel Messi, Diego Maradona and Ronaldo Nazario by former Real Madrid boss Fabio Capello. The Portugal and Al-Nassr superstar is still going strong at the age of 41, and remains on track to score 1,000 career goals before he retires, but has been told he's still not one of the very best.

ICONS: The incredible story behind Argentina's 1986 jerseys

When it comes to Argentina’s glorious run at the 1986 World Cup, there are stories that are told over and over again; the Hand of God, the Goal of the Century, and Diego Maradona lifting the trophy at the Azteca. They’re so present in the collective memory of Argentines, as well as fans from around the world, that they almost feel like scenes from a movie we’ve all watched too many times.

Messi pays tribute to 'idol' Maradona as he picks out sporting GOATS

Lionel Messi has revealed his GOATS from basketball and tennis while describing Argentina legend Diego Maradona as his "greatest idol". The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner reflected on the various icons who helped inspire his journey from a boy in Rosario to a global superstar. In his eyes, no one stands taller in the football world than Maradona, the legendary forward who inspired the Albiceleste to the 1986 World Cup.

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Mastantuono breaks Maradona record after stepping into Messi's No.10

Franco Mastantuono is on a record-breaking spree with the Argentine national team after he became the youngest player ever to don the iconic No.10.

Martinez overtakes Maradona! Inter star enters Argentina's top five

Lautaro Martinez etched his name in the Argentina history books following his cameo against Venezuela.

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Di Maria insists Messi 'has to play at 2026 World Cup'

Lionel Messi’s future at the 2026 World Cup has been the subject of heated debate, but Angel Di Maria has put the discussion to rest. The Argentina legend will turn 39 by the time the tournament kicks off, however, Di Maria insists that Messi simply has to be in the squad, describing the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner as a player 'from another planet' and comparing him to Diego Maradona.

GOAL's Hall of Fame: Diego Maradona - the god of football

Other legends may have won more trophies than the Argentine No.10 but nobody carried teams quite like 'El Pibe de Oro'

Barcelona's greatest No.10s - ranked

The 18-year-old is following in a long line of world-class stars to don one of the most famous jerseys in football

Court declares mistrial in case against Maradona's medical team

The trial of Diego Maradona's medical staff has collapsed after a judge involved in the case was found to have taken part in a documentary about it.

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📽️ | Salah snubs himself as he picks between Messi & Maradona

Mohamed Salah snubbed himself as he picked the greatest left-footed player of all time between Argentina icons Diego Maradona and Lionel Messi.

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Maradona died in 'agony' as forensic specialist blasts doctors

A forensic specialist has blasted Diego Maradona's doctors for negligence that led to the legendary footballer dying in 'agony'.

More Maradona than Messi? Yamal earns another GOAT comparison

The proud father of Barcelona wonderkid Lamine Yamal has suggested that his son may be more like Diego Maradona than Lionel Messi.

Di Maria insists Van Gaal is 'worst' manager he's played for

Angel Di Maria claimed that ex-Manchester United boss Louis van Gaal is the "worst" manager he's played for but put Diego Maradona in his top three.

Messi's World Cup-winning shirt set to break auction records

Lionel Messi's World Cup-winning Argentina shirt is expected to sell for a record fee - beating the amount for Diego Maradana’s 1986 jersey.

Messi honours Maradona in moving Ballon d'Or speech

Lionel Messi dedicated his record eighth Ballon d'Or award to Diego Maradona on what would have been the Argentine legend's 63rd birthday.

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Frequently asked questions

: Lionel Messi is a versatile attacker who has featured both through the middle and in a free role from the right, allowing him to cut inside on to his stronger left foot.
: Lionel Messi was born in Rosario, Santa Fe, in Argentina on June 24, 1987.
: The Argentine maestro wears the number he has been known to don for the majority of his career, the No. 10, at MLS outfit Inter Miami.
: Lionel Messi is often among the shortest players on a football pitch, standing at just 1.70m (5ft 7in). However, it is due to his low center of gravity which has made him one of the most fearsome forces to be reckoned with in football history.
: Lionel Messi weighs 67kg (148 lbs), his low weight aiding him in gaining high bursts of acceleration and gliding past defenders as if they were never there.
: Lionel Messi began his journey in football with local club Grandoli at the age of four, in 1992, before joining the team he loved the most, Newell's Old Boys, at the age of six. He stayed with the Argentine club until 2000, when he made the switch to Barcelona.
: Lionel Messi and his wife Antonella Roccuzzo have three sons: Mateo, Thiago, and Ciro.
: Lionel Messi is married to Argentine model and media personality Antonella Roccuzzo. The couple exchanged vows back in 2017.

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