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Diego Armando Maradona (30 tháng 10 năm 1960 - 25 tháng 11 năm 2020), commonly known as Diego Maradona or simply Maradona, was an Argentine professional football player and coach. He is considered one of the greatest footballers in history and was one of two players awarded FIFA’s Player of the Century for the 20th century1. Maradona possessed exceptional skills in passing, ball control, and dribbling, combined with a low center of gravity due to his small stature, which made him more agile than most other players. His presence and leadership on the field significantly impacted his team’s overall performance, even when closely marked by opponents. In addition to his creative abilities, Maradona had a keen eye for goal and was renowned for his free-kick expertise. Nicknamed “El Pibe de Oro” (The Golden Boy), he achieved fame both on and off the pitch. However, his life outside football was tumultuous, marked by drug abuse and suspensions from playing. Maradona played for several clubs, including Argentinos Juniors, Boca Juniors, Barcelona, Napoli, Sevilla, and Newell’s Old Boys. His most iconic period was at Napoli, where he won numerous titles, including two Serie A championships, a Coppa Italia, a UEFA Cup, and an Italian Super Cup2. On the international stage, Maradona represented Argentina in four FIFA World Cups, leading them to victory in 1986 when they defeated West Germany in the final. He was awarded the Golden Ball as the tournament’s best player. His impact on football remains indelible, and his legacy continues to inspire fans worldwide1