That, according to Karachi United Football Club’s star player Denna, is the power of Maradona. That is how much he is loved in Lyari and how much his death, on the other side of the globe, had stunned football fans here. The former Napoli FC and Barcelona FC star is well-loved - indeed, idolised - in Pakistan and Denna believes the only reason there haven’t been any gatherings in tribute to him is the fear of Covid-19. Today, my club Phool Patti FC didn’t train, we didn’t play any matches, in protest [against KE] but also in mourning. Considered by some to be the greatest football player ever, his death has left the sports world in shock and grief.

Source: The Express Tribune November 27, 2020 03:33 UTC