A Legend of Football

A short stout figure in the forward line of attack,
dribbled with the darting ball on the green turf.
With the magnetic pair of fleeting legs like a wizard, 
spearheaded the formidable formation of the team.

The opponent defenders had to invent new strategy 
to thwart your crafty moves leading to the goalpost,
but you could make your way foiling all their attempts
to see the ball flash and hit the net behind the bars. 

You were the backbone of your country’s team of fame,
that you led to winning many prestigious tournaments.
A legend in life time, you were the pride of Argentina,
in the history of football you’ll live forever, Maradona.

December 24, 2020
Contest : Maradona Obituary
Sponsor : Mohan Chutani
Copyright © | Year Posted 2020

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December 26, 2020 at 3:24 AM
Subimal, thanks for participating in my contest and congrats on your placement. You beautifully captured Maradona's skills in soccer and being a legend by winning for Argentina so many times. Best. Mohan
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