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Diego Maradona dies: Messi and Ronaldo hail 'eternal' genius of Argentina great

Diego Maradona was saluted by Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo as an "eternal" wonder of the football world after his death at the age of 60.

By John Skilbeck
Diego Maradona and Lionel Messi

Barcelona, November 26: Diego Maradona was saluted by Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo as an "eternal" wonder of the football world after his death at the age of 60.

Messi, a modern-day Argentinian superstar who followed in the footsteps of his idol by starring for Barcelona and the national team, posted a picture of himself with a beaming smile alongside Maradona.

He wrote: "A very sad day for all Argentines and for football. He leaves us but does not leave, because Diego is eternal.

"I keep all the beautiful moments I experienced with him and I wanted to take the opportunity to send my condolences to all his family and friends. RIP."

Meanwhile, Ronaldo hailed an "unparalleled magician" whom he could call "friend".

"Today I say goodbye to a friend and the world says goodbye to an eternal genius. One of the best ever. An unparalleled magician. He leaves too soon, but leaves a legacy without limits and a void that will never be filled," the Portugal and Juventus superstar wrote in his twitter handle.

"Rest in peace, ace. You will never be forgotten," Ronaldo added.

Story first published: Thursday, November 26, 2020, 10:43 [IST]
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