“One day, in heaven, we will play on the same team”: Pelé’s moving message to Maradona

Pelé died this Thursday at the age of 82 and his words became relevant on social networks after the death of Diego Armando Maradona, moved by the unexpected departure of the Argentine star in 2020.One day, in heaven, we will play together on the same team.”, promised ‘O Rei’ in a moving message to ’10’ that went viral again in the last few hours.

A week after the death of ‘Pelusa’, this is how his football friend said goodbye: “It’s been seven days since you left. Many people loved comparing us all their lives. You were a genius who charmed the world. A magician with the ball at his feet. A true legend. But above all, for me, you will always be a great friend, with an even bigger heart. Today I know that the world would be much better if we could compare less and admire each other more. By that I mean that you are incomparable”, he began by saying.

“His career was marked by honesty. You always declared your loves and dislikes to the four winds. And with his particular way, he teaches that you have to love and say “I love you” much more often. His quick departure didn’t let me say it, so I just write: I love you, Diego”, he added in his powerful message.

“My great friend, thank you very much for all our trip. One day, in heaven, we will play together on the same team. And it will be the first time that I punch the air without celebrating a goal, but rather to be able to give you another hug.”, he sentenced that time.