The biography MARADONA is the definitive work on a true global icon, by the renowned football writer and journalist Guillem Balagué. Diego Armando Maradona is widely regarded as a genius. One of the greatest football players of all time, he was also one of the most controversial. In his international career with Argentina, he earned 91 caps and scored 34 goals, playing in four FIFA World Cups. With the unforgettable 'Hand of God' goal and the unmatched second goal in the 1986 quarter-final against England, he led his nation to victory over West Germany in the final in Mexico.

His club career included impressive spells in Argentina with Argentinos Juniors, Boca Juniors, and Newell's Old Boys, as well as in Europe with Barcelona, Napoli, and Sevilla. However, his life was filled with relentless media attention, including stories of drugs and ongoing health issues.

Based on in-depth interviews and personal stories, Guillem Balagué's biography represents a psychological and sociological approach to the legendary figure. This journey of exploration takes Guillem to Argentina, Spain, Italy, and Dubai. Along the way, he questions what fosters such worship and how this worship spawned a self-destructive personality. Even after his untimely death in 2020, Maradona continues to fascinate: his divine status seems to persist indefinitely.

Pages: 384, Year of Publication: 2021, Dimensions: 12.8x12.8cm