Since then, they have spent decades criticizing each other and then settling for praise in the form of insults.
Pelé was euphoric upon hearing of Maradona’s death, saying: “I lost a great friend and the world lost a legend.”
Messi, who this month cemented his claim to sporting immortality by leading Argentina to a third World Cup win, shared a picture of himself with Pele in a tribute to the Brazilian star on Instagram, saying: “Pele rest in peace.”
Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo, eclipsed by Messi at the Qatar World Cup, was more detailed, calling the Brazilian “King Pele” and an inspiration to millions. “He will never be forgotten and his memory will live on among all of us football lovers,” he added.
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