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Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis hit back at frustrated manager Antonio Conte in his latest interview. Speaking to Radio Crc via Gazzetta dello Sport, the controversial filmmaker blasted his coach for disrupting the harmony at Stadio Diego Maradona amid an intense Serie A title race.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / April 4

When Juventus turned down chance to sign Maradona before he joined Napoli

In recent years, when world-class footballers have made the move to Serie A, it has often been predictable that Juventus would be the club securing their signature.

Soccer News / The Spun / March 30

Sad Details Emerge From Diego Maradona's Autopsy

An expert who performed Diego Maradona's autopsy said the Argentinian soccer legend suffered for at least 12 hours before he died. Following Maradona's passing on Nov.

Soccer News / The Cult of Calcio / March 25

Today in Serie A – March 25, 1990: Maradona’s Brace Destroyed Juventus

Towards the end of the 1980s and, particularly, in the 1989/90 season, Napoli vs. Juventus was pretty much a mismatch in Serie A. On one hand, the Partenopei were enjoying the best years in their history, dazzled by Diego Maradona’s magic.

Rugby News / BBC Sport / March 14

'We were in Vegas...' Which pundits have matching tattoos on their bottoms?

Which BBC pundits have matching tattoos on their bottoms? Which pundit was called "the Diego Maradona of world rugby" and who once put a roast dinner in a blender and drank it?

Soccer News / Football Italia / March 4

Olivera extends Napoli contract until 2030

Napoli have officially announced the extension of defender Mathías Olivera’s contract until 2030. The Uruguay international has accumulated 90 appearances for the club since joining the Stadio Diego Maradona in 2022, scoring three goals and providing six assists.

Napoli News / SempreInter.com / February 18

Expectations At All-Time High: Napoli & Inter Milan Set To Square Off At Sold-Out Diego Maradona Stadium

The countdown for a heavily anticipated Serie A title six-pointer between Napoli and Inter Milan has begun. According to Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInterNews, the two fierce rivals will lock horns at a ‘sold-out’ Stadio Diego Armando Maradona.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / February 12

Everything You Need To Know About Upcoming Serie A Top-Table Six-Pointer Between Napoli & Inter Milan

The Serie A title fate will be on the line when Napoli and Inter Milan square off at Stadio Diego Maradona in early March. As the countdown begins, Tuttosport via FCInterNews took stock of the highly anticipated Scudetto six-pointer.

Napoli News / The Cult of Calcio / February 11

Today in Serie A – February 11, 1990: Milan Beat Napoli with Three Headers

Never a dull day when Milan and Napoli faced each other in Serie A towards the end of the 1980s. Even those who were not born yet have heard the stories:

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / January 14

The 5 Most Iconic Players to Have Worn a Napoli Jersey

There have been many historic and iconic players to wear a Napoli jersey as one of the most decorated clubs in Italian football. It’s now midway through the 2024/25 Serie A season and the Naples-based club are in with a realistic chance of clinching a fourth Scudetto in their long and storied past.

Liverpool FC News / Sports Courant / January 7

What if Mohamed Salah starred in football’s golden eras with Pelé and Maradona?

Mohamed Salah, one of the most electrifying and prolific players of his generation, has already cemented his legacy as a footballing icon at Liverpool.

Soccer News / The Cult of Calcio / November 29

Torino vs Napoli Throwback: Musella’s Goal for a Scudetto Delusion

Not many people know that Napoli came close to conquering the Serie A for the first time even before Diego Maradona’s coming to the Parthenopean city. When Diego was still a relatively unknown craque at Argentinos Juniors, the Neapolitan fan hearts beat for a slightly younger lad raised just a few meters away from the then San Paolo Stadium.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / November 15

Inter Milan Captain Blames 'Difficult Pitch' For Argentina Defeat, 'Proud' To Close In On Diego Maradona Record

Inter Milan star Lautaro Martinez was disappointed by Argentina’s defeat at the hands of Paraguay, but simultaneously proud to edge ever closer to the record of Diego Armando Maradona.

Soccer News / Stretty News / November 15

Manchester United express interest in £29m-rated River Plate midfielder

Manchester United are keeping a close eye on River Plate star Franco Mastanuono. A total of eight Argentina internationals have represented Manchester United, where fans have been known to sing ‘Ar-gen-tina’ on the terraces.

Soccer News / Football Espana / October 2

Judge in Argentina gives permission to move body of legend Diego Maradona

A judge has ruled in favour of allowing the body of legendary Diego Armando Maradona to be exhumed and transferred in Buenos Aires. The iconic footballer, who died in 2020, has been buried in the Bella Vista cemetary until now, also in Buenos Aires.

Soccer News / ESPN / September 12

Trial in Maradona's death postponed until 2025

A trial of eight health workers charged with "homicide by negligence" over the death of Diego Maradona has been postponed from October until March, Argentine media reported on Thursday.

Soccer News / Football Italia / September 8

Conte shares pictures from special night-time tour of Naples

Napoli coach Antonio Conte has shared a selection of photographs from a recent nighttime tour around his new city, including his visit to the special Diego

Soccer News / The Cult of Calcio / August 31

Lazio Last-Ditch Attempt to Sign Napoli Outcast Rebuffed Instantly

Lazio reportedly tried to price Napoli misfit Michael Folorunsho out of the Diego Maradona Stadium on the deadline day but to no avail. According to Alfredo Pedulla, the Biancocelesti approached the three-time Serie A champions with a ‘surreal’ last-ditch offer.

Inter Miami News / FirstSportz / August 16

Roberto Carlos admits being intimidated by a young Lionel Messi: 'He’s the new Maradona'

Ex-Real Madrid and Brazilian legend Roberto Carlos, in a recent interview, shared a memory of the first time he faced Lionel Messi, instantly recognizing the young Argentine’s talent.

Napoli News / The Cult of Calcio / August 15

Napoli On the Verge of Signing Dazzling Brazilian Winger

Summer dealings are gathering momentum at the Diego Maradona Stadium, with Napoli closing in on a deal to sign David Neres from Benfica. According to Fabrizio Romano, the Italians’ official bid for the Brazilian winger encountered immediate approval from the Portuguese club.

Sheffield United Blades News / Last Word On Sports / April 25, 2024

It Almost Happened: Diego Maradona Joins Sheffield United

Welcome to a new series of articles from Last Word on Football. Over the next few weeks, we will be looking at the transfers, sackings, appointments and more that almost happened in football, changing the game we all know and love.

Napoli News / The Cult of Calcio / March 1, 2024

Serie A Epics Seasons: 1986/87, Napoli and Maradona’s Tale of Triumph

In the 1980s Serie A landscape dominated by giants like Juventus, Milan, and Inter, Napoli’s 1986-87 season stood out as a watershed moment. Then, in 1984, something unexpected happened.

Napoli News / Yardbarker / May 5, 2023

Napoli earns first Italian title in 33 years

'Napoli, this is for you': Team earns first Italian title in 33 years

The last time Napoli won the Italian championship -- also known as the scudetto -- it was led by Diego Maradona in the prime of his career.

Watch: Victor Osimhen equalises for Napoli to bring them to within 30 minutes of the Scudetto

Victor Osimhen responds to transfer rumours during Napoli’s title win festivities

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Soccer News / Yardbarker / May 4, 2022

Diego Maradona's 'Hand Of God' jersey sells for record price at auction

While the jersey sold for a remarkable price, Maradona's family has claimed it is not the jersey the Argentinian great wore when he scored the infamous goal.

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Soccer News / Yardbarker / May 20, 2021