“There will be no another Maradona born again” – Kiren Rijiju pens emotional message biding legendary baller Diego Maradona farewell

The World was left in utter shock as yet another unfortunate news rocked the life of millions this year. Argentine football legend Diego Maradona passed away yesterday after he suffered from a cardiac arrest. Maradona’s ability to take any side to unprecedented heights solely on his merit is what made the world look up and laud him as one of the greatest.

Following news of his death today, tributes for the magician flooded in from all around the world. Footballers, athletes, politicians, celebrities and fans took to social media to bid farewell to the sporting icon.

RIP “God of Football”

India’s Union Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju penned an emotional message as he joined millions in bidding Maradona farewell. Rijiju shares that he was lucky to witness the 1986 World Cup winner play live. He went on to hail his unparalleled legacy in his emotional tribute to Maradona.

“There will be no another Maradona born again. He is the first Football Superstar we saw live in television. I couldn’t see the live game of great Pele and mesmerizing Garrincha playing but I’m extremely lucky to see the live magic of MARADONA! RIP “God of Football”,” Rijiju wrote on Twitter.

While Maradona’s death brings immense sadness to the millions of football fans his legacy will keep him alive in our memories. His unparalleled skills will be looked up to by many generations to come and his achievements will continue to glorify the great respect he once commanded.

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