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His salvation on the major finger in the crowd after Lionel Messi's goal against Nigeria was followed by an emergency transfer to a local hospital.
But now, rather than making headlines for all the wrong reasons, Diego Maradona is making headlines for his performances as manager of the Mexican club Dorados.
His appointment in September drew his share of surprise and cynicism, perceived by many as a mere publicity stunt.
After all, the Argentinian legend has held only two leadership positions in the eight years since he stepped down as national team leader in 2010 – Emirati clubs Al-Wasl and Fujairah SC.
But he and his players proved the opposite to their opponents by winning a spot in the playoff final of Ascenso MX. They are more than two games away from the promotion of the Mexican first division, the Liga MX.
Maradona and her players have also bonded by celebrating their success in the locker room with songs and dances, which have become viral many times.
"Hard work has been key," Maradona told the Dorados website after reaching the final, which will be played against Atletico San Luis on Friday and Monday on two rounds.
"Players train hard and have a winning mentality.To give joy to our fans, nothing is better.It is our secret to be where we are.
"I am grateful to my players and all the Dorados who have believed in me, we have worked hard and we have succeeded."
Health
After appearing unhealthy at the post-match celebrations, Maradona again aroused concern when he seemed to conceal his words and had trouble answering questions when he was out. an interview Sunday.
The 58-year-old patient has more cartilage in the knee due to severe osteoarthritis – which can cause significant pain and swelling – according to a report from the Associated Press.
He is seen regularly arriving at matches or training with a crutch.
Despite its apparent difficulties in communication, Maradona has organized a remarkable change of destiny for Dorados.
Working in seventh place and having won no win in eight games, he recorded a win and a loss in his first two games before embarking on a series of nine games without defeat.
The series came to an end after Juarez's 1-0 defeat on Sunday, but after winning the first leg 2-0, it meant nothing as Dorados secured his place in the final.
Would this improbable success have a last chapter to write?
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