Off-the-field events that affect the ownership of the World Cup have always received widespread attention. Among them, the origin story of Maradona, the uncrowned king, and the mystery of Ronaldo are high-profile cases.
First of all, the uncrowned king Maradona is known as one of the greatest players in the history of football, having led Argentina to victory at the 1986 World Cup in Mexico. However, behind Maradona's success there were many controversies and off-the-field incidents. He was accused of using a banned drug, and an incident during the World Cup caused an uproar. In the quarterfinals, Maradona scored a goal with a touch of the ball that was identified as the "Hand of God". This incident not only sparked controversy, but also became one of the classic moments in the history of the World Cup.
Also in the spotlight is the mystery of Ronaldo. On the eve of the 1998 World Cup final in France, Brazil's superstar Ronaldo suddenly had an accident and was diagnosed with a heart attack before the game. The incident shocked the world, and Ronaldo was eventually excluded from the starting line-up. Although Brazil eventually reached the final, they lost 2-3 to France. Ronaldo's bizarre affair has become a controversial topic in World Cup history, sparking widespread discussion about his suitability to play.
These off-the-field incidents not only had a significant impact on fans, but also changed the landscape of the World Cup. Whether it is Maradona's drug ban controversy or Ronaldo's mystery, it has changed the public's perception of these two players to a certain extent and has had a lasting impact on their football careers.
While World Cup ownership decisions should be dominated by on-pitch performances, off-the-field events often come into focus. These events have the potential to be the icing on the cake for the players, but they also have the potential to discredit them. In the future World Cup competitions, we hope to see more sportsmanship and a fair competitive environment, so that the light on the pitch will become an eternal memory of the World Cup.