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Topic: Diego Maradona

Diego Maradona to continue as Dubai's sports ambassador

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May 07, 2013

Dubai Sports Council sees no reason not to renew contract with Argentine legend, formerly Al Wasl manager. Ahmed Rizvi reports. Read Article Diego Maradona to continue as Dubai's sports ambassador

Living in Dubai has made me a calmer person, claims Diego Maradona

Diego Maradona at an electoral rally in Venezuela earlier this week. The Dubai sports ambassador says his time in the UAE has made him calmer.

Apr 16, 2013

The former Al Wasl coach says his time in the UAE has brought him peace after living life at a "Formula One" pace - and he wants to stay on beyond his time as the city's sports ambassador Read Article Living in Dubai has made me a calmer person, claims Diego Maradona

Diego Maradona shows he still has the fire in his belly

Diego Maradona was at his temperamental best at the Dubai Police Officers Sports Club. Satish Kumar / The National

Mar 30, 2013

Even at 52, defeat clearly still rankles the man with the magic feet as the Argentine showed in an over 38 match in Dubai. Read Article Diego Maradona shows he still has the fire in his belly

Diego Maradona is DSC football team's not-so secret weapon

Diego Maradona, left, starred in Dubai Sports Council's 3-2 win over Dubai Courts, scoring twice. Courtesy Ahmed Nabil

Mar 26, 2013

The Dubai Sports Council's Over 38 team have an ace up their sleeve as they aim to progress to the knockout stages of the 7 Up Dubai Government Entities Football League. Read Article Diego Maradona is DSC football team's not-so secret weapon

 

Abdullah Hareb sets focus on new direction for Al Wasl after returning as chairman

The new Al Wasl chairman wants to pick the right team, for an open-door policy to hear out fans' concerns for the club. Jake Badger for The National

Mar 16, 2013

The former officlal returns to the Zabeel Stadium hotseat with the ambition of blooding more academy players with nothing to play for this season. Read Article Abdullah Hareb sets focus on new direction for Al Wasl after returning as chairman

 

Pro League: Diego Maradona open to return as Al Wasl coach

Diego Maradona was the Al Wasl coach for one season. Mike Young / The National

Mar 12, 2013

Argentine football legend, who managed the UAE football club for one season, is delighted to hear about resignation of board, responsible for his ouster. Read Article Pro League: Diego Maradona open to return as Al Wasl coach

 

I want to see my new son play for Argentina with Messi and Aguero's kids, admits Maradona

Former Al Wasl coach Diego Maradona.

Feb 20, 2013

The former Al Wasl coach plans to return to Argentina when his contract as Dubai's sports ambassador expires this summer to see newborn Diego Fernando. Read Article I want to see my new son play for Argentina with Messi and Aguero's kids, admits Maradona

 

"Each of those players is a star": Diego Maradona gives his support to UAE's Gulf Cup finalists

Former Al Wasl coach Diego Maradona.

Jan 16, 2013

The former Al Wasl manager, now Dubai's sporting ambassador, backed Mahdi Ali's side to lift the Gulf Cup on Friday after watching their dramatic late victory over Kuwait. Read Article "Each of those players is a star": Diego Maradona gives his support to UAE's Gulf Cup finalists

 

The mutual appreciation society

epa03519163 French Michel Platini (L), President of the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA), gestures with secretary-general of the UAE National Olympic Committee (UAE NOC), Mohammad Al Kamali (R) next to H.H.Sheikh Majid bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum (C), Chairman of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority during a frist session at the 7th edition of the Dubai International Sports Conference in the Gulf Emirate of Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 28 December 2012. EPA/ALI HAIDER *** Local Caption ***

Dec 28, 2012

Jose Mourinho and Diego Maradona, two of footballs's most outspoken figures, closed the opening day of the seventh annual Dubai International Sports Conference. Read Article The mutual appreciation society

 

Approach for Maradona is denied by the Iraqi FA

Diego Maradona, the former Al Wasl coach, has been linked to the Iraq national side. Mike Young / The National

Dec 21, 2012

Currently second in their World Cup qualifying group and among the favourites to reach 2014 Brazil, the IFA deny any contact with Diego Maradona over their vacant national coach position. Read Article Approach for Maradona is denied by the Iraqi FA

 

Richard Porta in the UAE to seize a second chance

Richard Porta, who has nine goals from as many games for Dubai this season, has had to endure a tumultuous life and career. Lee Hoagland / The National

Nov 14, 2012

The Uruguayan striker has put a forgettable stint at Al Wasl behind him to turn his career around with Dubai, writes John McAuley. Read Article Richard Porta in the UAE to seize a second chance

 

Al Wasl's Mariano Donda's determined to go the distance

Dubai, United Arab Emirates - November 6, 2012. Mariano Donda a hardworking Argentinian football player who plays for the Al Wasl Club. ( Jeffrey E Biteng / The National )

Nov 09, 2012

Despite being far from home, the Argentine is enjoying his time with Al Wasl in Dubai, writes John McAuley.  Read Article Al Wasl's Mariano Donda's determined to go the distance

 

Stricken Al Wasl coach Bruno Metsu being cheered on by a whole nation

Al Wasl coach Bruno Metsu is visited in hospital by board members from the club.

Oct 24, 2012

The former UAE national manager, who is receiving treatment in hospital, has the love and best wishes of the entire football community, writes Ahmed Rizvi. Read Article Stricken Al Wasl coach Bruno Metsu being cheered on by a whole nation

 

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Famous for its dramatic bridges, the eastern Algerian city of Constantine has been selected as the 'Arab Capital of Culture' for 2015. Photo: Lindsay Mackenzie for the National.

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