Rio de Janeiro, Nov. 25 (Xinhua) -- Although Brazil and Argentina are eternal rivals on the pitch, pele and Maradona who is the king of the ball is always the subject of debate, after Maradona's death on the 25th, all walks of life in Brazil have expressed respect and nostalgia for him.
Bailey said on social media accounts: "It's sad news that I've lost a great friend and the world has lost a legend. Although I still have a thousand words, for now I only hope that God will give strength to his family. I hope that one day, the two of us will be able to play in paradise together. ”
Former Brazilian President Lula considers Maradona a "great friend of Brazil", saying: "On the pitch, he is the opponent, probably the biggest opponent brazil has ever encountered. But outside of sports, he was also a great friend of Brazil. I thank him for every solidarity with the Brazilian people, maradona will never be forgotten. ”
Romario, a Senator from the Brazilian Federation and a member of the '94 World Cup winner team, said: "My friend is gone. Maradona is a legend! The Argentine conquered the world with the ball at his feet, his joy and his one-of-a-kind personal charm. ”
Romario's teammate bebeto at the '94 World Cup said: "I will be more careful to save your shirt. We will never have another man like Maradona! ”
Brazilian player Neymar, who now plays for Paris Saint-Germain, said: "Rest in peace! Mr. Diego Maradona, a legend in football. ”
"Alien," Ronaldo said, "the sport has lost its most important idol, and I have also lost a great friend." ”
Former Brazilian team member Carreca, who used to play with Maradona in Napoli, Italy, said: "God, our friend and brother Diego has gone to your country, please greet him with open arms. He will always be the most special one among us. ”
Major Brazilian media outlets have done live coverage and feature stories on Maradona's death, and prominent sports commentators choked up several times during the show.
THE SOUTH AMERICAN FOOTBALL FEDERATION decided that the match between Brazil's International and Argentina's Boca Juniors, which was scheduled to be held in the copa libertadores quarterfinals that night, was postponed due to Maradona's death. Although the match was postponed, the International stadium was lit up with blue and white lights representing Argentina as a tribute to Maradona. (End)
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