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‘We'll have to learn to love football without you’ - Drogba pens emotional tribute to Maradona

Ex-Chelsea star Didier Drogba has paid an emotional tribute to Argentina legend Diego Maradona, who passed away in November.

The Albiceleste superstar died of a heart attack at the age of 60 and farewell messages across the world have poured in for the former Barcelone star.

Maradona was famous for his dribbling skills and ability to cut open defences during his playing years and helped Argentina win the 1986 World Cup.

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The forward also enjoyed success at club level, winning a number of accolades with Boca Juniors, Barcelona and Napoli among others.