Argentinian football legend Diego Maradona dies at 60

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He had recently battled health issues and underwent emergency surgery several weeks ago.. Read more at straitstimes.com.

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BUENOS AIRES - Argentina football legend Diego Maradona died of a heart attack on Wednesday , his lawyer said.

Maradona, 60, had recently battled health issues and underwent emergency surgery for a subdural haematoma several weeks ago. He suffered a heart attack at his home in the outskirts of Buenos Aires on Wednesday, Argentinian media and acquaintances of the former player said.Retired Brazilian soccer star Pele was among those who mourned the Argentine player.One of the most gifted soccer players in history, Maradona’s pinnacle of glory came when he captained Argentina to win the World Cup in 1986, before plunging to misery when he was kicked out the 1994 World Cup for doping.

Years of drug use, overeating and alcoholism truncated a stellar career and altered his appearance from a lithe athlete who could slalom effortlessly through teams to a bloated addict who nearly died of cocaine-induced heart failure in 2000.A “devastating blow” for both city and club. “We are in mourning. We feel like a boxer who has been knocked out. We are in shock.” “Always in our hearts. Ciao Diego.”“Sad news to lose a friend like that. May God give enough strength to his family.

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Handing over to GOD, the Hand of GOD

Considering that he's typically described as 'a sentient pile of cocaine' it's not too surprising. RiP.

Thanks legend

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