Video: Dubai's Burj Khalifa pays tribute to Diego Maradona

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Dubai - The late, great Argentinian football legend was a popular figure in the UAE after coaching here.

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Published: Fri 27 Nov 2020, 9:57 PM

Last updated: Fri 27 Nov 2020, 10:05 PM

Dubai's Burj Khalifa paid a glittering tribute to the late, great Argentinian football legend Diego Maradona on Friday evening.

The world's tallest building was adorned with images of Maradona, who died from a heart attack aged 60 on Wednesday, from his illustrious career with Argentina and Italy's Napoli.


"Burj Khalifa pays tribute to the legendary Diego Maradona," said a tweet from Burj Khalifa's Twitter account. "May his soul rest in peace."

Also read: Diego Maradona: Al Wasl, Fujairah pay tribute to their former coach


The 1986 World Cup winner was a popular figure in the UAE, having coached Al Wasl and Fujairah football clubs and after enjoying a stint as honorary Dubai sports ambassador.


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