Napoli to rename its stadium in honour of Maradona

NAPLES: Serie A club Napoli on Thursday renamed its stadium in honour of Maradona. Club president Aulerio de Laurentiis said in a statement that the San Paolo Stadium will now be renamed after him.

"I believe it is right to name the San Paolo after you, so we can keep you with us as a witness of the excellent path this team has taken," said de Laurentiis in a statement put up on the club's website. "Your years here remain indelible in the memories of the people of Naples -– symbolic of a coveted redemption and yearned-for resurrection. Thank you, Diego. You are, and will always be, with all of us." IANS

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