There will never be another Diego Maradona - Gab Marcotti | ESPN FC

[@flexermc4333]

He was a strong physical Lionel Messi. In the roughest Era were rough tackles were allowed. For me the most talented player ever.

[@flexermc4333]

@@idontknowmyname3823 he probably means he had alot of strength and balance like a Adama troare but with the soft touch and skills of a Messi.

[@evxp3171]

@@idontknowmyname3823 he doesnt mean skills lol he means body strength

[@AzAkh60]

True but for me Brazilian Ronaldo pre injury was no.1 talent wise.

[@mediacenterman8583]

@@idontknowmyname3823 The Traore part is about strength.

[@dazzaMusic]

Messi has the consistency and records but for sheer ability on the ball Maradona will always be number one

[@TheEnjoy1972]

I fall in love with football after seeing Maradona in 1982 and 1986.He is the greatest of all.

[@amandamaida1956]

¡¡¡Y qué!!! Entonces, ¿qué!!!, así que murió. ¡No es Dios! Lo animan y adoran como si fuera Dios. Su país Argentina está maldita; adoran dioses falsos. Anímense y alaben a Dios, y adoren a Dios de la misma manera. Tendrás una nación próspera. Aléjate de tus dioses falsos, y arrepiéntete ante Dios nuestro Creador, búsquelo bien y aún se puede encontrar. Ustedes crian al hombre, los ídolos deportivos, están bajo una maldición porque han olvidado a Dios, su creador. Mira, estás perdiendo tu país. Armando no pudo salvar a Argentina de sus turbulencias. Arrepentíos a Argentina, arrepiéntanse, digo que se arrepientan, arrepentíos todos vosotros, adoradores del deporte, arrepiéntanse. Recoge tu Biblia y lee: Exodus 20:2-6 ESV "Yo soy el Señor vuestro Dios, que os sacó de la tierra de... Exodus 20:3 ESV "No tendrás otros dioses delante de mí. 1 Corintios 10:20 ESV No, insinúo que lo que los paganos sacrifican que ofrecen a

[@alejandrovergara4726]

Anda a ala Iglesia. Aca estamos hablando de futbol no de religion.

[@diegopons4622]

Sad day. But I'm glad the legend is finally R.I.P. He deserves a rest from his inner demons. And I agree, there will never be another one like Maradona. ❤ 🇦🇷

[@ben1766]

Yep

[@PaulinKantue]

I'm done with entertaining GOAT debates now that Maradona has passed. There will NEVER be anyone else him.

[@kiriakoz]

I’ve never entertained those debates.

[@Ugouz]

Shutup mate maradona was one of the greats yes... If Messi dies today or Ronaldo "ohhh he's the greatest" just enjoy them while they alive boi

[@thegaijinsoprano1457]

Only kids that started watching with Messi/ Portuguese Ronaldo thought someone was in the same league, cause they have no clue.

[@Kai-hb4yd]

@@thegaijinsoprano1457 since you are calling them as kids, can you tell me who was Diego's main rival during his career????

[@jacsonobrien2917]

not to mention Maradona's coaching incompetency was the reason Argentina failed to win anything with the amount of talent they had. but you're not ready for that conversation

[@georgemeng7836]

No question the Diego Maradona is the #1 of all time on the field. I am not a football fan, but the way he played touched me and I feel really sad for his passing away. Don't think any football player has such influence as Maradona, he is just so special. RIP, Diego Maradona! I enjoyed seeing your play and feel so luck to see your play in live.

[@hameedsadr7123]

None of the current players are even close to him when it comes to dribbling, passing, and shooting skills. He was incredible. I was so fortunate to watch his games in the World Cup and Series A, and La Leaga ⚽️❤️

[@hameedsadr7123]

@NMA 55 NIDHIN JOBI I have a lot of respect for Messi and don’t deny his outstanding performance and records. Maradona didn’t have many privileges that Messi has enjoyed in his tenure. In Maradona’s time the game was way tougher and the rules wouldn’t protect players as much as they do now! If Messy had played in that time he would have been injured severely and out of the game for good 😌

[@Longrunthefox]

Hats off to Gab Marcotti. In my book a proper football analyst. I used to speak to him regularly on Talksport. Maradona was the Greatest ever.. John from Derry.

[@johndavid6233]

If you had the 11 best captains of all time in one team, Maradona would without doubt would be captain.

[@ameenah720]

I still can’t believe that he’s gone rip legend but the fact people are still mocking him after his death is really disrespectful

[@itswalker9]

Who are mocking him?

[@adrianb.5473]

@@itswalker9 Haters

[@kiriakoz]

I don’t get angry at those who mock, I just think they don’t understand how good he was.

[@MK-hy3ko]

just think of him as a footballer and all the good things he did on the pitch. RIP DM10. You will be remembered by many fans across the world

[@dannyhustle2599]

Guys I hate America so much. I know your country hate soccer. But I see so many America make fun of football and diego maradona death today. If you guys see this go to Tedfrank twitter and abuse him

[@funnyvoices2437]

Maradona: The absolute definition of football and the greatest player of all time.

[@paullahori7133]

True, different eras. Maradona had grace with the ball never seen by another in any era - he literally danced with the ball. He used the pitch as his canvas to paint beautiful football. Truly, God gifted and no era can fulfill that, past or future...💯🌹⚽✌️🔟💙👏

[@abdimahamed1408]

There will never be another player to take his country to win a World Cup like Maradona with all the obstacles he faced his documentary is the best

[@SP-df1nm]

What he achieved with napoli is also up there

[@mikeharrison72]

The best ever. Will never be surpassed. 🇦🇷🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🙏

[@captklroy]

Dearest Diego. You made my childhood beautiful. You are the only reason for me to be awake in 1986, 1990 & 1994 in a tiny state in India called Kerala. You are my hero and will remain so till I live. Greatest ever to have lived on this planet. I am so sad today.

[@V12F1Demon]

There's only one Diego! There's only one Diego! Ole ole ole ole....ole, ole.... Tears of sadness and joy. I was a kid when I watched Mexico'84 and knew I was watching something special. I'm sad bec he's no more with us but happy bec he's finally found peace.

[@Passin_Thru]

💔💔💔 The Greatest player of all time, greatest goal & a great great man, everyone he played with loved him. Always critical of bad & corrupt governments and only in those countries he failed drug tests... Legend & Icon ! 😢

[@sergtino3183]

I wish I could of been able to seem him live play rather than just seeing old videos. He will always be part of soccer history!

[@Phantom096]

For me he will always be the best. I can watch his highlights over and over. RIP

[@prinzonic9896]

Those days of Diego Maradona footballing were tougher than what we see nowadays in terms of rough and monstrous defenders. Despite all of that roughness and challenges, he was about to make it to the highest peak of success individually and for his country. And to see others compared him with Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo is laughable and insulting.

[@michaelmiller2277]

R.I.P. Diego Maradona. One of the greatest player's to ever step onto the pitch. An Argentinean Legend. 🙏🇦🇷♥️

[@johanrijhkelaar3627]

Maradona alongside his outstanding footballing qualities had that charisma and leadership about him that you don’t see in many players past and recent generation, he led Argentina and Napoli to win titles and is lauded as a god in both that country and city. RIP Diego 🙏🏻

[@amandamaida1956]

So WHAT!!! So What!!!, So he died. He's not God! They cheer and worship him as if he were God. Your country Argentina is cursed; they worship false gods. Cheer and praise God, and worship God in the same manner. You will have a prosperous nation. Turn from your false gods, and repent to God our Creator, seek Him well He can still be found. You people raise Man, sports idols, are under a curse because you have forgotten God, your creator. Look, you are losing your country. Armando could not save Argentina from its turmoil. Repent Argentina, repent, I say Repent, repent all of you sport worshipers, Repent. Pick up your bible and read: Exodus 20:2-6 ESV “I am the Lord your God, who brought you out of the land of … Exodus 20:3 ESV “You shall have no other gods before me. 1 Corinthians 10:20 ESV No, I imply that what pagans sacrifice they offer to

[@razhok9725]

Maradona and Best having the greatest party ever in heaven

[@jeffreylow282]

Crack party, you mean.

[@jamesmeek754]

Maradona idolised George Best growing up . R.I.P to the both of them . Real footballing genius’s both with inner demons

[@rascalhusky5278]

Your comment made me smile . I hope your right .

[@kelvinlewis4065]

Thank you Diego Maradona .. !..Its an absolute disgrace the English press even mention the incident of "The hand of God " .. Shocking insult to a legend that was a small incident in a career that secured himself into a guy that was not only a family guy but a legend to his own country and clubs he was payed to play for ....RIP

[@greatestanalyser2354]

Honestly, even though I’m English but I wasn’t born then but don’t bring that up. He lived his life like a rockstar, he was a footballer who has personality and character. Nowadays players ain’t even allowed to be like that. Really well said, it’s so embarrassing but when your a legend, your going to have haters

[@MichaelWilliams-fd7nj]

I'm English/Welsh and was 10 years old in the Mexico 86 world cup and DIEGO was my footballing hero

[@kellyk5123]

I'm English as well, the press comments are embarrassing!!!!!!! I[m sorry!

[@IWannatalkpodcast]

​@@kellyk5123So were the press not supposed to mention arguably the most infamous incident and goal in football history 🤷🏼‍♂️. Maradona was my childhood hero but he still cheated

[@TK-ip2fe]

Oh my goodness diego has passed? Never mind the goal of century and hand of God he was also beautiful human being

[@jasonbrown2215]

The Greatest Argentinian Footballer of all time. Played with two very poor teams, brought home the league title for Napoli and won the world cup with a weaker Argentina team than Messi had in a tougher era of football. Something Messi cannot do without a top squad.

[@Iron-Bridge]

A flawed human being like all of us but what a brilliant footballer who took it to the level of high art. Remember his brilliance, forgive his weaknesses and wish him peace.

[@barrymurphy3379]

Entire Napoli team wore the number 10 tonight, RIP Diego Maradona "The Goat"

[@manyck1417]

The man with the 'Hand of God' has returned to his maker. We love you Diego Maradona. RIP

[@SsHhXx]

Rest in peace.. Even though he's gone, the legend will be with us forever👍

[@modoulaminmanjang2652]

I get why Gab is such a good pundit. Brilliant.

[@weetush2127]

Diego Armando Maradona 30.10.1960 - 25.11.2020 You will never be forgotten! D10S

[@johnruskin4330]

Well spoken Gab,, I like the way you said he did it,, that is so true, Memory Eternal

[@Sticktothemodels]

Pound-for-pound, the greatest ever... especially at his peak. Thank you for all you’ve given the game El Diego 🙏🏾 Requiescat in Pace

[@maureenfricke4181]

Prayers for family and friends RIP Diego Maradona you will be missed

[@JAMBI..]

I never thought I'd see this day, people really don't understand the man we truly lost today.

[@amandamaida1956]

So WHAT!!! So What!!!, So he died. He's not God! They cheer and worship him as if he were God. Your country Argentina is cursed; they worship false gods. Cheer and praise God, and worship God in the same manner. You will have a prosperous nation. Turn from your false gods, and repent to God our Creator, seek Him well He can still be found. You people raise Man, sports idols, are under a curse because you have forgotten God, your creator. Look, you are losing your country. Armando could not save Argentina from its turmoil. Repent Argentina, repent, I say Repent, repent all of you sport worshipers, Repent. Pick up your bible and read: Exodus 20:2-6 ESV “I am the Lord your God, who brought you out of the land of … Exodus 20:3 ESV “You shall have no other gods before me. 1 Corinthians 10:20 ESV No, I imply that what pagans sacrifice they offer to

[@kaushikbhattacharya597]

@@amandamaida1956 can't you just let people mourn their idols in peace?

[@randomrainbow8878]

@@amandamaida1956 cry more

[@mehagoilusion1634]

@@amandamaida1956 ah re

[@juanlg4877]

Just for a world cup, he changed universal laws. He gave us a very little show of a fantasy, of a dream which was impossible to happen. But he made it reality and he let us be part of it as spectators. That was his gift for humanity.

[@mohammadsohail1244]

We love Maradona We respect Maradona We salute Maradona World's greatest footballer Maradona

[@letlovelead5446]

Your body is dead but your legacy will continue to live. Rest peacefully true legend and the Real greatest footballer of all time Diego Amando Maradona.

[@leeadamson5504]

I agree.

[@hanialturk5981]

Most talented in history. Worst day in football history today

[@majharulali5335]

4th most talented ngl and cant really say worst day in football history been many disasters, his time came he died as one of the greats of all time

[@hanialturk5981]

@@majharulali5335 that’s to you is the fourth to me is number one and to me it’s the saddest day.

[@erickarias3309]

Definetely

[@DreamChaser1366]

His exploits for Napoli 86/87 alone merits the title GOAT.

[@AzAkh60]

Argentina winning world cup also. Pele won 3 world cups, he was injured in one of them but still that's why he could be the goat.

[@paulis4278]

@@AzAkh60 Maradona and Pele are best of all time then come Ronaldo 9 and the rest

[@mikematthew4915]

I wish this day never came a champion a legend a hero,what a heart what a character what a guy,rest in peace champ

[@kamalbasnet8097]

Rest In Peace maradona.... I’m big fan From Nepal

[@jamesskingley5751]

So true. His personality transcends the sport.

[@Bart_Allen_YT]

Perhaps the two goals Vs England in the world cup in 86' best showcased the contrasting sides to Maradona's personality and unquestionable genius.

[@lalala90301]

beautiful analysis! I love Diego. GOAT

[@carltongraham5727]

The Earth has produced many geniuses but only One Diego Armando Maradona, now let the Heavens receive him amongst the stars. RIP ICON GENIUS LEGEND!

[@peteraalborg]

The greatest of all. Diego is eternal.

[@dannyperales5258]

Always hated the mans attitude until I read about his life story, accomplishing everything he did with all his demons is remarkable. Rest In Paradise Diego all of your suffering is no more, make sure you return that hand if you made it up there

[@papajoeman23]

He was a street fighter, absolute legend

[@kdroofing2680]

R.I.P Diego Maradona You did it your way You paid your dues in full, walk good Diego.

[@rodneyjoseph6059]

I remembered the first time I saw Maradona played ir was the opening game of the 1982 World Cup. From the opening whistle he collected the ball and weaved his way through the opposition. That will always my favourite Maradona moment, others may have their favourite moment like winning the World Cup in 1986 or winning the Italian league with Napoli or the many other magical moments. Many the good Lord have mercy upon his sole. And condolences to his family and friends ⚽🙏💯

[@bruce9421]

if Argentina win their 3rd world cup, he will celebrate up there

[@honestpenaldo]

they better win

[@holymsophy]

@@honestpenaldo with Messi at the helm? 😥 Let's just mourn the passing of a legend and not set ourselves up for future pain

[@kiriakoz]

@@honestpenaldo Messi can’t even deliver a Copa America.

[@vb2388]

@@kiriakoz Maradona hasn’t even played in a Copa America final 🙄 Semifinal was his best finish..

[@kiriakoz]

@@vb2388 yes, but he pretty much single handedly won the World Cup (which supersedes the Copa America). Messi has won neither. And Maradona may have won in 1982 too, but he was virtually kicked out of the competition.

[@andysanchez634]

You are 100% correct....number 1

[@mystikkrap]

Well said Gab. Beautiful tribute.

[@olanrichards2421]

Maradona was Argentina his blood was blue..never seen his passion

[@neblinasp]

Maradona is passion for football, was hot, Messi is cold, very professional. Maradona was like a fan in field, intense.

[@abrahambarrero651]

The goat.!!! Rest in peace.

[@ELWOPPO2010]

Played in Italy when it was the greatest league with the greatest players and DOMINATED!! WE MISS YOU DIEGO. NUMERO UNO!!

[@Chuckson56]

Maradona left a famously great team in Barcelona in 1984, to join a weak provincial side in Napoli, to the confusion of many, and made them Serie A and UEFA Cup champions. I've never seen any athlete in any sport do that apart from maybe Schumacher when he joined Ferrari.

[@muhammedrahman7013]

King Diego is Argentinas Son but is a Gift to all of humanity! Thank You Almighty God for this Gift to us!

[@timdd9880]

Is Gab almost shedding a tear at the end? Epic.

[@ronbonora7872]

RIP Diego Maradona! You were great!

[@abujb4791]

An icon for the all icons in football,a legend for all the legends.👋👋👋👋👋👋

[@joenicedj]

Maradona stood up for those who could not stand up for themselves. He has an Ali-like character to him. He will forever be worshipped and revered.

[@michaela2776]

Well said Gab you’re very wise.

[@holymsophy]

The God of Football passed away today. May he keep playing football at the pearly gates! R.i.p ⚽⚽⚽⚽

[@anitasseo]

"I made mistakes, and I payed. But don't ever mess with the ball". - DAM

[@guzmanperez1109]

mal traducido papi

[@pspaulstewartinterviewinspires]

An interesting and respectful tribute thank you Gab.

[@giulioarti4852]

That’s a great summary of the man

[@mchannel1365]

His life was like a movie

[@jake6887]

Drama

[@jppennypincher9051]

Awesome from Gab.

[@themaharaniscloset]

Carrying teams on his own, bumpy muddy uneven pitches. HEAVY BALL, Being kicked and pulled from all sides. Tackles flying in two footed. Playing against the best of the best. What Maradonna could have done on these modern day fancy pitches and soft modern rules.... Maradonna is the GOAT.

[@benjaminfranklin9967]

Maradona was a wonder on the pitch.. That kind of gift is fearful.

[@veckgames]

Maradona embodied Argentina, on and off the pitch. His passion, charisma and struggles reminded us all where he came from in spite of his inhuman talent. He lived life to the fullest, for both good and bad, as is the argentine way. His football conquered the world and his character conquered the people's hearts. Maradona will always be Argentina and Argentina will always be Maradona.

[@klaudioabazi4478]

Maradona's legacy is eternal. No other player has been worshipped as a living god by millions like he was. It doesn't matter who is the greatest, what matters is that he will live forever in the hearts of millions. RIP Eterno Diego.

[@dericklapite6226]

One and only Diego Maradona, the one player who came closest to reduce a team game into individual pursuit

[@srijanmalviya1667]

Diego inspired a whole bunch of no bodies to world Cup winner true greatness. It's almost extinct nowadays, or maybe maradona raised the bar too high, eternal god. 👏👏

[@craigw2400]

This legend cut more lines than a disabled kid at Disneyland! GOAT on and off the field

[@neblinasp]

Hand of God is ETERNAL

[@edwardcoit9748]

Not funny. Sad such a short statement can make fun of multiple disabilities . You would not want people to make light of your Erectile Dysfunction issue and low IQ.

[@joemcshane3878]

Agree with Gab 100%

[@JW-be8wf]

Guess God wanted his hand back. So long Diego. His 1986 WC performance is still the single greatest footballing performance in any tournament that I have ever seen. He won the world cup single handedly. Pun intended

[@paulis4278]

Hands of god does mention a lot in english comments and english media a lot but lets not forget the second goal...

[@DebarchanTarafdar]

A football God 🙏

[@VideoAssistantRafi]

Correct Gab Marcotti, Pele did have pretty much " supporting cast " from 1958 (1st WC) till 1970 (4th WC) tournament he participated. Just 1970 WC enough to point out few: Jarzinho, Tostao, Rivelinho,Gerson, Carlos Alberto & many more 🤷‍♂️ can you name as good supporting cast in Maradona's squad? I don't think so

[@majharulali5335]

i mean he did have a good supporting team hence why they got to the world cup final you cant win a world cup with just one world beater and some average guys the disrespect to the 1986 argentinan team also maradonna cheated.

[@kiriakoz]

@@majharulali5335 but the point is the quality was nowhere near. Those 1970’s Brazilians roll off the tongue in a way that the Argentinians don’t.

[@majharulali5335]

@@kiriakoz maybe not that’s why the brazil team won 3 world cups in those 4 tournaments in my opnion maradonas greatest achievement was with napoli carrying a team for a whole season is more imprsssive than being the best player on a decent side for a couple of weeks

[@kiriakoz]

@@majharulali5335 you're right. The league is more of a measurement of consistency than any knockout tournament and probably a better indication of the best team. Although! There is something special about a tournament too. In a league, you can afford to lose games. In a knockout tournament, a loss will most likely be fatal. Argentina were unbeaten in that World Cup. Apart from a draw in their first game, they won all of their other games. No extra time in the knockout stages, no penalties, just wins. I think since then, only Brazil (2002) and France (2018) have won all of their knockout games in normal time since.

[@jasonbrown2215]

Pele Maradona Ronaldo (Brazil) are the greatest players of all time. There is no way to separate them. The world lost a legend.

[@ahrin1409]

Let's put the debate on who is the GOAT to bed once and for all. The GOD has left earth to take his place among the stars rightfully. There will never ever be another like Diego Armando Maradona ever again. Simply the most iconic, passionate, flawed and talented player to have ever graced the game of football. My heart bleeds for him, my mind cannot accept the fact of reality but El Pibe de Oro will forever live in my heart till it stops beating. Vamos Argentina, Vamos Diego Armando Maradona! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ = 10 hearts for the Legendary no.10

[@luishernandezblonde]

Goodbye Diego, be in peace 😭😭😭😭😭🇦🇷

[@markisaac3550]

Great one RIP

[@alejandrovergara4726]

Peter Shilton is famous because of Maradona. He was involved in the 2 greatest goals in the world cups.

[@ben1766]

Rip have a good time with Cruyff in heaven and many other friends.

[@neofelisnebulosa2951]

THE GOAT

[@Kevon420]

Grazie Diego. D10S.

[@thegaijinsoprano1457]

We lost the Goat...

[@blues_fan]

Sure Alexis was mocking about Maradona’s substance use, off air!

[@cartooncartel6493]

Haha. You see how fake this is? They put on a show but in person, mock them

[@mohammedhanif6780]

@@cartooncartel6493 how do you know? is there a clip? not good if true

[@CoyoteGonzalez7]

Well said Gab

[@platadeluna]

Read from Valdano how he described the moment of the goal of the century

[@simonpierre447]

Rip Maradona legend

[@rmzidann]

Gab Marcotti and Sid Lowe are the two most intelligent pundits on this channel!.

[@aaront9778]

all time great

[@union_sport]

Rest In Peace legend 😢😞

[@indytoor666]

Nobody mentions that Maradona played against the greatest defenders in history if you are picking a all-time XI most of your defence would come from this time period

[@solomit1]

To reach Maradona level of football master of the ball you definitely need the hand of god 🙏⚽️💙

[@grinchoi1]

In my lifetime after Messi and Brazilian Ronaldo he was my favorite player. Rest easy legend!!!

[@stevenclark6209]

i take it you are under 30

[@spotted9106]

@@stevenclark6209 Brazilian Ronaldo was the Goat mate.