Maradona is a poor role model, says Pele

17 October,2010 08:57 AM IST |   |  IANS

Brazilian football legend Pele has lashed out at Argentine star player turned coach Diego Maradona, saying he is a bad example to young people, news reports said Saturday


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Brazilian football legend Pele has lashed out at Argentine star player turned coach Diego Maradona, saying he is a bad example to young people, news reports said Saturday.

Pele's comments could be the kick-off of a latest row between the veteran footballers, who have exchanged heated words through the media in the past.

"He is not a good example for the youth," said Pele, who is to turn 70 on October 23.

"He had the God-given gift of being able to play football, and that is why he is lucky," Pele said.
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