Written on 30 November 2020
By: Wima Brahmantya
The world is always comparing who is the best: Pele or Maradona.
If you take it at face value, it's obvious. Who can match Pele with three World Cup trophies, and so 'sweet' throughout his life, that FIFA made him an ambassador.
But for me Maradona has a special place in my heart. He was the first footballer I ever heard of, and he was one of the first reasons I loved football.
If Pele's image is always positive, Maradona on the other hand is familiar with controversy and illegal drugs. Definitely not very good as a role model for the younger generation.
But behind it all, I admire the courage of a Maradona to walk the anti-mainstream path. He dared to criticise every FIFA policy that he thought was unfair. His courage also extends to the world of politics where he also voices the "hypocrisy of the world" that is powerless before America and Israel. That is why Maradona became familiar with revolutionary figures such as Castro, Morales, and Chavez.
Talking about skills, I don't think Pele and Maradona can be compared because they play in different positions with different styles of play.
Just remember that Pele won the World Cup alongside the likes of Garrincha, Vava, Didi, Rivelino and Jairzinho.
Maradona? Who knows names like Burruchaga, Valdano, Brown? Obviously Maradona was the "bright star" in 1986.
I also salute how big Maradona's heart is every time he supports with totality when the Tango team competes. Compare to Pele, who several times insinuated against his next generation, as if he was not willing if there were Brazilian footballers who would be greater than him.
That's why when I heard Maradona was coming to Surabaya, I didn't miss the chance to meet him. Even though it was only for 10 minutes, it was like a dream to see "Old Bogel" dribble the ball in front of my own eyes.
And this T-shirt is a memento of my encounter with "The Hand of God".
Adios Diego, mi inspiracion!
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