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Maradona unplugged: Argentina's Dear Diego steals the show off the field

Here are some instances when Diego Maradona displayed his emotions during Argentina vs Nigeria match in FIFA World Cup 2018. Reportedly, he had to be taken to a hospital after the match

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On Tuesday night, the world was waiting with bated breath for Lionel Messi to net his first goal in the Russia World Cup. And he did just that in style, helping Argentina beat Nigeria 2-1 in a crucial match that made sure the South American nation qualified for the knockouts. On the pitch, the spotlight was on Messi, who carried the hopes of millions of fans on his shoulders. Off the pitch, it was Diego Maradona who stole the show during the match.   

The football legend displayed his myriad emotions at the stands. Gauging his response after the first goal

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