Basic Details:
- Name: Diego Armando Maradona
- Age: Passed away at 60 (1960-2020)
- Birthplace: Lanús, Argentina
- Profession: Retired Professional Football Player, Football Coach
- Height: 5 feet 5 inches (1.65 m)
- Weight: 165 lbs (75 kg) during playing career
- Eye Color: Brown
- Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
- School: Not available
- Education: Not available
- Nickname: El Pibe de Oro (The Golden Boy)
- Nationality: Argentine
- Awards: FIFA Player of the Century (2000), 1986 FIFA World Cup Golden Ball, 5x Argentine Primera División Best Player
Net Worth: At the time of his death in 2020, Diego Maradona’s net worth was estimated to be around $100,000.
Career:
i. Overview:
Diego Maradona was an Argentine footballer and coach, widely regarded as one of the greatest football players of all time. He played as an attacking midfielder and forward, primarily for Boca Juniors, Napoli, and the Argentina national team. Maradona captained Argentina to victory in the 1986 FIFA World Cup.
ii. Milestones and Achievements:
- 1986 FIFA World Cup Winner
- 1987 and 1990 Serie A Champion with Napoli
- 1989 UEFA Cup Winner with Napoli
Personal life:
i. Relationships:
Maradona was married to Claudia Villafañe from 1984 to 2003. He had numerous relationships and was linked to several women throughout his life.
ii. Family:
Maradona had five acknowledged children: Dalma, Gianinna, Diego Fernando, Jana, and Diego Sinagra.
iii. Controversies:
Maradona faced multiple controversies during his life, including struggles with drug addiction, legal issues, and health problems.
Trivia and Lesser-known Facts:
- Maradona’s “Hand of God” goal and his spectacular solo goal against England in the 1986 World Cup quarterfinals are two of the most famous moments in football history.
- He struggled with substance abuse and faced a 15-month ban from football due to a failed drug test in 1991.
- Maradona has a tattoo of Che Guevara on his right arm and Fidel Castro on his left leg.
Social Media Links:
- Instagram: @maradona
- Twitter: @DiegoAMaradona
- Facebook: Diego Maradona
