10 Things Diego Maradona Wants You To Forget

6. Kicking A Steward At The Match For Peace

Maradona's fiery reputation is well-earned but he seemed to have mellowed as he grew older. Until this year when he played in a Match For Peace, organised by renowned San Lorenzo fan Pope Francis. El Diego scored the winner after setting up Roberto Baggio but things descended into farce during the celebrations after the final whistle when Maradona seemed to "do a Bilel Mohsni" on a steward who appeared to get in his way. Surrounded by photographers and in scenes reminiscent of another incident still to come in this countdown, he lashed out and attempted to volley the steward. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=04my5rId_68 Rumours that this was Pelé in a fluorescent jacket remain unconfirmed.
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