King expresses condolences for Maradona’s death

KUALA LUMPUR (Bernama): Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah has expressed his condolences and regret for the death of legendary soccer player Diego Maradona after a cardiac arrest at his home in Argentina.

According to a statement uploaded to Istana Negara’s Facebook page, His Majesty also expressed his condolences to the family, loved ones, fans and the Argentine people for the loss of a beloved and beloved son.

“His Majesty last met the talented footballer in Zurich during the Best Fifa Football Awards in 2017 and was impressed by his charisma, fun-loving personality and sense of humor,” according to the statement on Thursday (November 26). ).

His Majesty also said that their love for soccer and their participation in the beautiful game, in Malaysia and around the world, found common ground with Maradona and spoke extensively about their mutual love for the sport.

“This encounter is a cherished memory of Her Majesty and Diego Maradona will always remain Her Majesty’s all-time favorite soccer player and will be deeply missed.”

“Maradona, as he was affectionately known by fans around the world, was widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time and was the inspiring patron behind Argentina’s success at the 1986 World Cup.

“He was also a celebrated figure at Boca Juniors, Barcelona and the Italian club Napoli, whom he led to two Serie A titles in the late 1980s,” he said.

Sultan Abdullah paid tribute to the football legend, who died at the age of 60, describing him as a man of sheer talent and a visionary on the field, and who left a fascinating legacy that will be remembered by future generations. all over the world. world. – Bernama