The Argentine striker is considered to be one of the greatest football players ever to have graced the field of play.

Maradona, who was not shy of any controversy during his time as a player and after, died of a heart attack, after having undergone brain surgery earlier in November.

Following the World Cup-winning captain's passing, the President of Argentina, Alberto Fernandez, announced three days of mourning will be observed in the South American country.

Apart from being remembered for the infamous "Hand of God" incident against England in 1986, Maradona also captained Argentina to the FIFA World Cup title during the same World Cup when they beat West Germany 3-2 in Mexico City.

El Pibe de Oro (Golden Boy), had an illustrious club career as well and from 1976 to 1997 he played for Boca Juniors, Barcelona, Napoli, Sevilla and Newell's Old Boys.

He also played 15 matches for Argentina U20 and 91 matches for the senior national side. He scored 259 club goals in 491 matches, as well as 34 senior international goals.

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