‘Great loss to the football world’; Sports world mourns Maradona’s unexpected demise

Sao Paulo: Sports world mourns over the death of football legend Diego Maradona.

Lionel Messi reacts to the news of Maradona’s unexpected demise as the saddest day for all Argentines and football. Lionel Messi reacted emotionally.

He left us, but he is not leaving because Diego is immortal. I cherish every lovely moment I spent with him. My condolences to his family and friends, said Messi, who shared a picture with Maradona.

Cristiano Ronaldo described Maradona as an unparalleled magician. He left us too early. But Cristiano said it has left a legacy without boundaries and an insurmountable void.

Pele also reacted very emotionally to the death of his dear friend. I have lost my dear friend and a legend to the world. There is a lot to say. But God bless his family for now. I hope one day we will play football in the sky together, Pele wrote on social media.

Argentina President Alberto Fernandez has declared three days of mourning in the country.