10 Things You Didn't Know About Diego Maradona

6. He Did Not Take Criticism Well

Former Argentine soccer star Diego Maradona gestures during the press conference held after the premiere of his TV show called
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After receiving a lot of criticism from the Argentinian public during the qualifying stages of the 2010 Word Cup, Maradona made sure he got his own back when the team secured their place in South Africa.

He told the Argentina boo boys to “suck it” and “keep on sucking it”. Ever the gentleman though, he did add: “I’m sorry ladies for my words.”

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