Football: Maradona back in the game
Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.(First Edition)
DIEGO MARADONA yesterday took over as unofficial, unpaid coach of the Argentinian First Division side, Deportivo Mandiyu.
Banned from playing for 15 months after failing a drugs test at this year's World Cup finals, the former Argentine captain said he hoped to rekindle his love of the game. 'This is a new chapter for me, one which will let me stay in the game,' he said.
Under Argentinian rules, Maradona, 33, would need to complete a two-year course before officially taking up a coaching position.
(Photograph omitted)
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments