Draw (2018) - full transcript

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The greatest players in football

are defined by their triumphs

signature styles

and the footprint

they leave behind

once they depart

the beloved game.

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They are the superstars

who have left

a unique mark on the game

an impact so profound

it is woven into

the very foundation

of the sport today.

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They are the players responsible

for the evolution of the game.

They are the visionary icons

who push themselves

and the sport to new heights.

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From the streets

of Latin America

glorious talents such as Neymar

Chicharito, James and

the phenomenal Lionel Messi

have emerged.

They are

the successors to legends

who have long since

hung up their cleats.

Heirs that will seek to emulate

and surpass

the players before them.

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The athletes that

paved the roads to glory

with their dazzling skills

and mesmerizing

control of the ball.

Names like Pele

Hugo Sanchez

El Pibe Valderrama

and Diego Armando Maradona.

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In the next hour

we will compare and celebrate

these generational talents

see why they are

considered one of

if not the best,

to ever step on the pitch.

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This is, DRAW.

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When the world mentions football

all eyes turn to Brazil.

A nation with a unique fusion

of various cultures.

Brazilians didn't

invent the sport

but they were able

to make it their own.

They adopted its foundations

and now it's become

part of their DNA.

Two of the sport's

greatest players were born here

Edson Arantes Do Nascimento.

'Pele' is considered to be

the most important

player to have ever lived.

And Neymar stands as Brazil's

most exciting prodigy today.

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Both began, like many in Brazil

by playing on dirt,

or rugged concrete surfaces.

And as fate would have it

neither

the pavement in the favelas

nor the indoor wooden pitches

could contain the grandiosity

of these two

rare-breed individuals.

They overcame

every single adversity

that crossed their path

on the road

to becoming national heroes.

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Pele was born in 1940

just south of Minas Gerais.

And Neymar was born in 1992

east of Sao Paulo.

Both stars born decades apart

began their journey

in Santos Football Club.

Even though the playing

field looked very different

on the dates of their arrival

the sentiment in the air

and passion for

the game remained unchanged.

Pele joined Santos in 1956

after being scouted

by former player

Waldemar de Brito.

Conversely, Neymar

was discovered during his time

practicing with the Portuguesa

Santista Futsal Academy.

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The 1940s and 1950s were years

of political tension in Brazil.

The nation was

finally able to rid itself

of a military dictatorship

that had deprived its people

of their freedoms

for many years.

The country's

economy began to boom

and the economic growth

seemed to spread everywhere

throughout the country,

except the favelas.

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Sao Paulo.

Estadio Urbano Caldeira

popularly known as Villa Belmiro

was where

these two remarkable players

began developing

their skills and their swagger.

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After a brief spell

in the Youth League

Pele joined Santos'

first team at the age of 15.

Pele's talent was undeniable.

His skills were so impressive

that at the mere age of 17

he was chosen

to form part of the team

that would represent Brazil in

the 1958 World Cup in Sweden.

But it was not

an entirely smooth experience.

Upon his arrival

with the national team

Pele was labeled as young

naive and inexperienced,

by the team psychologist.

However, Vicente Feola

coach of

the Scratch du Oro at the time

completely disregarded

the psychologist's diagnosis

and allowed the Brazilian star

to travel with the team.

Pele witnessed

Brazil's first game

of the tournament

from the bench.

His debut came later

during a match

against the Soviet Union.

Pele scored his first

World Cup goal against Wales.

That match did more

than Pele could fathom.

It instantly let the world know

that he was a force

to be reckoned with.

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Brazil's team reached

the tournament's final

where they faced

the hosts, Sweden.

This encounter

confirmed everything

that had been

predicted about Pele.

He scored two goals

that ultimately led Brazil

to their first

World Cup in history.

At 17 years old

Edson Arantes do Nascimento

became

an international celebrity.

At the same age

Neymar Junior debuted

in Brazil's First Division.

He was included in

Santos' first team in 2009.

Ney scored more than

40 goals in 60 games

and with his cheeky approach

he became a vital factor

in Santos' Campeonata Paulista

and the Copa do Brasil's

victorious campaigns.

Despite his

incredible accomplishments

Neymar was not

included in the 23-man roster

that would represent Brazil

during the World Cup

in South Africa.

Like Pele, Ney was labeled

as 'inexperienced' by Dunga

the national team's coach.

Dunga was later fired

for the team's poor

results during the tournament.

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Months later,

with no obstacles in the way

Neymar had the opportunity

to make his first appearance

with the national team.

This took place

during a friendly match

versus the United States.

In 2010, Neymar's

exceptional achievements

earned him an invite

to the annual FIFA Gala

There, he received

the Puskas award

for scoring

the best goal of the year

and was also recognized as

the best South American

player of the year.

In 1962, at only 21 years of age

Pele was already considered

the best football

player on the planet.

He was indispensable for Brazil

and a fundamental part

of Santos' mid-field.

He made history with both teams

creating unforgettable moments

that would live on

in the sport forever.

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To this day,

Pele has been the only player

to have won the World Cup

on three occasions

and with Santos, he was able

to break the predominance

that the Argentine teams had

over the Brazilian squads.

They were able to defeat Boca

and lift their second

Copa Libertadores

in the mythical Bombonera

something that has

never been replicated.

Pele played most of

his career in his home country

but the same

cannot be said for Neymar

whose chapter in Brazil

was cut short by modern times.

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The tempting offer

to play for Barcelona

one of the world's

most dominant teams

led the Brazilian sensation

to depart Santos

and sign a lavish contract

with the Catalan club in 2013.

But Ney's

new-found glory in Europe

did not side-track his

commitment

with the national team.

He put his talent on display

alongside

the rest of the Selecao

at the Confederations Cup

the 2014 World Cup,

and the Rio Olympics.

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Pele also experienced

a short international stint.

He packed his bags

and traveled north of Brazil

to the United States

where he joined

the New York Cosmos.

In 1977

after two years with the Cosmos

the King played

his last professional match.

The game was

between his beloved Santos

and his current

home, the Cosmos.

The match was

the perfect farewell

for this iconic player.

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Today, Neymar is considered

one of the best

players in the world

and carrying

such a coveted title

has opened many doors

for the young athlete.

In 2017, he departed

from Barcelona's Camp Nou

and joined Paris Saint-Germaine

who offered

the star-boy a contract

that broke

several transfer records.

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For years,

Brazil has been represented

by world-class talent.

It has become

impossible not to compare

new generations to

the nation's permanent hero

Pele.

With so many eyes upon him

Will Neymar Junior

live up to the King?

It is difficult

to draw a conclusion

based on leadership

and achievements at this time

as Ney is still very young.

And although they are

both extraordinary players

they have each taken on

two very different

roles on the pitch.

Pele played most of his career

as a withdrawn forward

or a center-attacking mid.

Neymar excels when he's

coming in from the left wing

but has also taken on

roles as a second striker

and as center forward

for Brazil.

He is extremely efficient

at destabilizing

the opponents' defense

making him extremely dangerous

just like his predecessor.

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Neymar currently

holds more than 50 goals

in a little more

than 80 appearances

with the national team

which places him very close

to matching Pele's record

of 72 goals in 92 matches.

On a larger scale,

it is unlikely for Neymar

to break Pele's grand record

of 1,000 goals by the age of 29.

Ney currently holds slightly

over a quarter of that number

at the age of 26.

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Ney and the King can be compared

on various characteristics

such as their vision, agility

ability to outwit defenders

and the ginga they brewed up

while playing as kids

on the streets of Brazil.

Both are

undeniable trick masters

perfecting everything

from 'magical sombrero' flicks

to impressive elasticos.

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When Pele retired,

he became the image

for a number of

different commercial brands.

He also participated

in several films and TV shows.

Pele has worked tirelessly

to defend human rights

and was appointed

a UNESCO goodwill ambassador

as a result of his initiatives.

As far as his personal life goes

Pele is father to seven children

and has been

married three times.

Most recently

he eloped with his

current partner, Marcia Aoki

in 2016.

Neymar has also found

love in his personal life.

He is currently dating

the Brazilian actress

Bruna Marquezine.

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Football is experienced

differently in every country.

In Mexico, the passion

fueled by football is intense.

Here, football

is more than just a sport

It's a religion,

and the players are the gods.

This melting pot

of rich cultural history

in the northern-most

part of Latin America.

It is also the birthplace

of two of

the game's brightest stars

Hugo Sanchez Marquez

and Javier Hernandez Balcazar

El Chicharito.

Hugo Sanchez Marquez was

born in Mexico City in 1958.

Javier Hernandez Balcazar

was born

29 years later in Guadalajara.

Both players came into the world

with remarkable pedigrees.

Sanchez' father

played for Atlante in Cancun

while Javier's

father and grandfather

were both Mexican football

idols during their time.

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Both were exposed to

the game at a very early age

Hugo Sanchez at 14 years old

and Javier Hernandez

at nine years old.

The pair developed

an appetite for goals

that set them

apart from the rest.

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In 1974

Sanchez took his first steps

in professional football

with the youth system at

the National Autonomous

University of Mexico.

That marks the beginning

of a 21-year career

filled with pages

of unforgettable

football artistry.

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Chicharito began

his journey to the top

at the Club Deportivo

Guadalajara Youth Academy.

Hugo's career developed quickly.

In 1976

in addition to his debut

with Puma's first team

he also represented his country

at the Montreal Olympics.

At the age of 18

he was already

demonstrating his talents

with the senior national team.

His efforts earned

Mexico their qualification

to the 1978

World Cup held in Argentina.

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That same year, he demonstrated

his skills on the pitch

by finishing off his

third season with Pumas

with more than 25 goals.

In 1980, he was an instrumental

part on the path

to winning the Mexican League

the CONCACAF Club Championship

and the Inter-American Cup.

His spectacular performance

throughout the season

attracted the attention

of a European giant

and at the age of 23

Sanchez embarked

on a journey overseas.

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Chicharito began to

write his own history

at the young age of 15

when his youth club Chivas

offered him his first

professional contract.

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In 2009

Chicharito's talent

exploded exponentially

as he began to play

at his full potential.

He finished the year

as the top scorer

with 11 goals and as

the Champion of the Interliga.

The following year,

his triumphs earned him

a spot on the senior team

that would represent Mexico

during the World

Cup in South Africa.

In the tournament, he

scored his first World Cup goal

against France.

Back home, he found himself

leading the top scorer

list once again.

His phenomenal

performances for Chivas

caught the eye

of Manchester United

and at 22 years of age

Javier Hernandez signed

with the Red Devils.

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Hugo Sanchez

was just one year older

when he arrived in Europe

and joined Atletico Madrid

Sanchez had a tough time

adapting to the Spanish

team's rough ways of playing.

This was obvious

in his performance.

This incited a wave of criticism

from the Spanish press

who labeled the Mexican player

a total failure.

Sanchez remained driven.

He was not going

to let these obstacles

stand in the way

of him fulfilling his goal.

He was determined to succeed

outside of

his country's domestic league

and in the 1984 to 1985 season

the world began

to witness his grandiosity.

That year he was

a fundamental part

of the colchonero's triumph

in the Copa del Rey

and in the Spanish Super Cup

all while securing his place

as Pichichi of the league.

These successes

caught the attention

of Spanish super-club

and neighboring rival

Real Madrid.

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In 1985, 27-year old Sanchez

took the definitive step

that united him with

the victorious merengue side.

A fantastic group of players

known as La Quinta del Buitre

led by Emilio Butragueno

were waiting for Hugo's arrival

at the Santiago Bernabeu.

The lethal combination

of Hugol and La Quinta

established an unbeatable

dynasty in the Spanish League

that lasted for five years.

In four of them, Hugo was

named Pichichi of the league

and thus, the legend of

the PentaPichichi was born.

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Chicharito's first year

in Europe was remarkable.

With the help of

his effectiveness

in crucial situations

Manchester United managed to win

the Premier League

and the Community Shield.

This earned him

the respect of his teammates

and above all, of

his coach, Sir Alex Ferguson.

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After four years at Manchester

Chicharito's stay

came to an end.

That summer, his nation

reached the round of 16

at the World Cup in Brazil

and subsequently, he became

the fourth Mexican in history

to sign with Real Madrid.

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In 1992

Hugo Sanchez

departed Real Madrid

and embarked

on a four-year journey

through the leagues in Austria

the United States,

Spain, and Mexico.

In 1997, at the age of 39

he retired from

football in his homeland.

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Chicharito's fate

is very similar

to that of his predecessor.

When he departed Real Madrid

he took on a new

challenge in the Bundesliga.

During his two years

with Bayern Leverkusen

he scored a total of 39 goals.

In 2017

he made a return

to the Premier League

and joined his current club

West Ham United.

Hugo Sanchez and Javier

'el Chicharito' Hernandez

have become

legacies in their own right

but one thing sets them apart

the number of

goals each has scored.

During his 21-year career

Sanchez reached

the 500 goal milestone.

That number could

possibly outshine

Chicharito's accomplishments

as he has only scored around

190 goals at the age of 29.

Those numbers don't

dim Hernandez' talents

who has scored almost

50 goals for the Tri

making him Mexico's top scorer.

During his time,

Sanchez was only able

to score 29 goals

for the national team.

Hugo amazed the masses

with his bicycle kicks, volleys

and of course his

signature celebrations

that defied gravity.

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Hernandez has been a quieter

and more reserved player

throughout his career.

Javier is used to defining

the final moments of every game

and has become

the last-minute hero

on multiple occasions.

Chicharito's weaknesses

were Sanchez' strengths.

His long-distance shots

gave him a clear advantage.

He was dangerous inside,

outside, and around the box

while Chicharito shines best

when he's receiving passes

from outside the penalty area.

Despite their differences

they are both considered

two of the best players

in Mexican history.

Although their

careers took similar paths

the lives of these two athletes

could not have been

any more different.

Hugo Sanchez was one

of the first Mexican players

to market himself as an athlete.

He made appearances

in several commercials

talk shows

and advertizing campaigns

in Mexico and in Spain.

Sanchez embraced fame

and lived for the crowds.

There's even

a street named after him

in the Mexican city of Puebla.

Football continues to hold

an important role in his life.

He currently works as

a sports commentator in Mexico.

Chicharito, on the other hand,

is less of a protagonist

and prefers to use his fame

to support humanitarian causes.

In 2012, Hernandez was appointed

as a UNICEF ambassador.

He utilizes his fame to

support initiatives in Mexico

that's aimed to help

children living in poverty.

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Colombia is a nation rich

in coffee, countryside and sea.

A nation reborn from decades

of conflict and heartbreak.

Its people turn to music

art and football to find joy.

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Two of their

greatest football legends

share something

that makes them great.

The number ten.

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Carlos 'El Pibe' Valderrama

was born in 1961

in the coastal city

of Santa Marta.

And 29 years later

in the city of Cucuta

his successor,

James Rodriquez, was born.

Carlos Valderrama

was born into a humble family.

He played football

whenever he could

with his brothers and cousins.

But his natural talent quickly

set him apart from the rest.

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Football was also

a fundamental part

of James Rodriquez' early life.

Everything in his life

revolved around a football.

Between the ages

of four and five

he joined

the Tolimense Youth Academy

and the course of

his life was transformed.

El Pibe signed his

first professional contract

with Union Magdalena

at the age of 19.

This marks

the beginning of the road

that would lead him

to become part of

the Milionarios de Bogota

and Deportivo Cali

the clubs where he demonstrated

his one-of-a-kind talent.

In 1987, he led the team

during their third-place finish

at the Copa America

where he was recognized as

the best player

of the tournament.

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In 1988, his amazing skills and

intelligence as a mid-fielder

earned him a move

to the French League

playing for Montpellier.

James Rodriquez' encounter

with international football

arrived before

his 20th birthday.

He had already excelled

in Colombia's Primera B

and at just 15 years old

he became the youngest

player in Colombia's Under 17.

In 2005,

he was presented the opportunity

to show off his techniques

with the first team

at Envigado Futbol Club.

Three years later

James' impressive performance

allowed him to

demonstrate his skills

at Banfield in Buenos Aires.

Eight months later,

the Colombian superstar

became the youngest

foreign debutante

in the Argentine First Division.

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With this

string of accomplishments

Rodriquez caught the attention

of the old continent

especially of one of

the fiercest clubs in Portugal

Porto.

In 2010, at the age of 18

the Colombian mid-fielder

finalized his move to Europe.

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Unlike James, Valderrama's

consecration as a player

did not come until

after his 27th birthday.

In 1990, he was the strength

of Montpellier's mid-field

and a key player

in the French Cup victory.

But it was at that

year's World Cup in Italy

that Valderrama played

the best tournament of his life.

He led Colombia

to the round of 16

for the first time

in the country's history.

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After the World Cup

Valderrama searched

for new challenges

and he briefly

took his talents to Spain

where he joined Valladolid.

He returned home and helped

strengthen the national team

as they made their way

to the second World Cup.

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Colombia's

demonstration of skill

during their five-nil victory

against Maradona's Argentina

in River Plate's

Estadio Monumental

was historic.

The road to

the tournament was impressive

but Colombia's World Cup dream

rapidly turned into a nightmare.

The team did not live up to

their expectations

in the group stage.

They lost their

first match against Romania

and the second

to the United States

due to an own goal carried out

by defender Andres Escobar.

Despite having achieved

victory during the third match

fate was set,

and Colombia was sent home.

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The defeat was heart-breaking

and coincided

with some of the hardest times

in Colombian history

as the guerrillas

and drug traffickers

terrorized

the country's citizens.

Only 11 days after

the arrival of the national team

Andres Escobar was assassinated.

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The news tarnished and stained

the national team's success.

Valderrama retired from

international football in 1998

after playing in

the World Cup in France

and in 2002

he officially

retired from football

leaving behind

the memories he created

during his 21-year career.

Although

Valderrama's achievements

fill important chapters in

the history of

Colombian football

James continues

writing his own story.

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His first year in Europe

was a total success.

In 2010,

Porto won the Europa League

and the Taca de Portugal.

In 2012, he was recognized

as the best player in the league

with the Bola de Ouro.

In 2013,

he was acquired by Monaco

in a deal worth 45 million euros

and his development as a player

came at a crucial time

for Colombian football.

With his leadership

and technical input

the Cafeteros

returned to the World Cup

following a 16-year absence.

In Brazil 2014,

Colombia fascinated millions

with their vibrant style

and James with

his spectacular goals.

He was honored

with a Golden Boot

three Man of the Match

recognitions

and his name began

to appear on the radar

of Europe's biggest clubs.

It was quite a year for James.

By the third quarter of 2014

Spanish giants Real Madrid

had signed Rodriquez

for 90 million euros.

During his time in Madrid

he won the European Super Cup

and the Club World Cup

scoring more than

15 phenomenal goals.

In 2017

Rodriquez departed

the Spanish capital

and joined his

current team, Bayern Munich.

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Comparing these two

Colombian football stars

has become inevitable.

James and El Pibe Valderrama

have defended

the Colombian colors with honor

and have carried

the number ten with pride.

Rodriquez' speed

and vision are things

Valderrama did not possess

but Valderrama

compensated his weaknesses

with his intelligent

anticipation

and defensive tactics.

James is a bit more versatile

and can be placed

in different positions.

He has lined up as a winger,

or attacking mid-fielder.

Carlos played further back

a play-maker during

the majority of his career

and only toward

the end of his career

as an attacking mid-fielder.

Although Rodriquez

is primarily left-footed

these two sensational

assist machines

share the incredible ability

to play well with both feet.

They also share the

mental capacity to prioritize

making crucial passes

to team-mates,

despite having to sacrifice

scoring opportunities.

Valderrama

scored almost 90 goals

throughout his 21-year career

while James with

a long way to go in his career

has already surpassed

the 100th goal mark.

Carlos Valderrama

is known for his eccentric

behavior and charisma.

He is idolized as a symbol

of football in his nation.

In 2014 he was inducted

into the Football

Hall of Fame in Mexico.

He has been married twice,

and has six children.

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James Rodriquez is one of

the most popular footballers

in the world today.

He was married to Daniela Ospina

sister of his

teammate David Ospina

with whom he has a daughter

named Salome Rodriquez.

According to Forbes Magazine

Rodriquez was one of the

top-earning athletes of 2017.

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It's impossible

not to mention Argentina

when discussing football.

This two-time

World Cup-winning nation

has without a doubt

made its name

in the world of football.

Two of its most beloved

and legendary players

are Diego Armando Maradona

and Lionel Andres Messi.

Maradona is considered

the best player of

the late 20th century by many

and Messi is one of

the most important figures

in the modern-day game.

Maradona was born

on October 30th, 1960

in Via Fiorito

a suburb in Buenos Aires.

Twenty-six years later,

in the city of Rosario

Lionel Messi was born.

Like most Argentine children

Maradona's

first love was football.

Those who saw

Diego play as a child

knew he was built differently.

The same

could be said about Lionel.

Since childhood, he was

a force to be reckoned with.

At the age of eight, Diego

was discovered by a neighbor

who took him to train

with Argentinos Juniors.

Messi was four years old

when he played for Grandoli

a small local club in his city

where he would average

six to seven goals per game.

It was obvious that they were

both destined for greatness.

In 1976, a week

before his 16th birthday

Diego Maradona

debuted with Argentinos Juniors

and during his

five years with the club

he managed to score

a total of 115 goals.

His skills on

the pitch amazed everyone

and his potential

did not go unnoticed.

One of the country's

greatest teams, Boca Juniors

did not hesitate

to offer Diego a contract.

Maradona reached

the Bombonera in 1981

and he played

with one of the most

popular teams in the capital

before his 21st birthday

but his stay with

the Argentine giants was brief.

When the 1982 World Cup arrived

Diego formed part of the team

that would be

traveling to Spain.

Maradona's debut was not enough

to take the Albiceleste

past the first round.

After the tournament he did not

return home with

the national team.

The youngster had been purchased

by football club Barcelona

for seven

point seven million dollars

a record-breaking

amount at the time.

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Messi's rise in Europe

happened under completely

different circumstances.

At the age of 11,

he was diagnosed

with a growth

hormone deficiency.

This almost changed

the course of his life

but his family was persistent

in finding Leo a sponsor that

would pay for his treatments.

Representatives

of football club Barcelona

had the opportunity

to witness la pulga practice

and as soon as they saw him play

they decided to cover the entire

cost of his treatment.

In 2004, after four years

with the Youth Academy

he made his first-team debut.

Maradona played in Barcelona

for only two seasons.

In 1984, he was

transferred to Napoli.

He arrived at the San Paolo

during the prime of his career

ready to make history.

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In 1986, at the age of 25

Maradona was

ready to participate

in his second World Cup.

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During this tournament

in the quarter-final

match versus England

Diego was involved

in one of the most

controversial

moments of his career

and also one of

the most memorable plays

in football history.

A ball that was

disputed between him

and English

goal-keeper Peter Shilton

ended up in the net.

The goal was validated

and the polemical

controversy began.

Diego had scored

the goal with his hand.

The play was baptized

as 'The Hand of God'

and it is still

remembered and discussed

in football pitches

across the globe today.

Within minutes, Maradona

went from villain to hero.

He scored one of the most

incredible goals of his career

so grandiose and spectacular

that it was named

'The Goal of the Century.'

Eventually, Diego

reached football supremacy

by crowning Argentina

World Cup champions

for the second time in history.

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Back in Italy, he continued

to astound the fans.

In 1989, he led Napoli

to their first league title

and UEFA Cup victory.

Then, in 1990

they achieved

their second Serie A title.

His image has been

immortalized in Italy.

His contributions

and leadership in Napoli

have left

a permanent mark on its people.

Murals and shrines

throughout the city

are dedicated to him,

and to this day

Diego is remembered

as a god in the city of Naples.

Despite having

achieved glory in Italy

Maradona began to struggle.

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He tested positive for cocaine

and was consequently

suspended from the sport

for 15 months.

In 1992

he left the Italian club

and his number ten

shirt was retired.

But the giant's real downfall

did not come until

the 1994 World Cup

Following the second match

he tested positive during

an anti-doping inspection.

He was expelled

from the tournament

and Argentina

was eventually eliminated.

Diego Armando Maradona

officially retired in 1997

sporting his beloved

Boca Juniors jersey.

[explosion]

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Lionel Messi made

his World Cup debut

at the 2006

World Cup in Germany.

He was part of the action

during their second game

versus Serbia and Montenegro

where he scored

his very first World Cup goal.

By 2009

La pulga was the star of a team

that was built to succeed.

That year,

Barcelona broke the record

for most trophies won

in a competitive year.

Messi impressed

during every single match

and his incredible

season won him his first

of four consecutive Ballon d'Or.

But his peak had yet to come.

In 2012, he broke

another world record

this time for

the highest number of goals

scored in a calendar year.

Ninety-one goals between

his club and national team

earned him that achievement.

With three Champions League,

four Ballon d'Or

and five Spanish Leagues

conquered by the age of 25

the world began to

understand that Lionel Messi

was from another dimension.

In the 2014-15 season

he won his third Copa del Rey

fourth Champions League

and seventh Spanish League

as well as individually,

his fifth Ballon D'Or.

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On the pitch, both Diego and Leo

fluctuate between

the right wing and the middle

playing as

center-attacking mids.

Throughout his career,

Maradona played with more grit

always demonstrating

an almost warrior-like

style on the pitch.

He efficiently combined

his skill with strength.

Messi, on the other hand resorts

more towards his ingenuity

vision, and

creativity on the field.

Leo has scored more

than 600 goals to date.

While El Diego

scored just over 300 goals

during his 21-year career.

Both are avid dribblers

due to the combination of

their small size and agility.

Their similar playing styles

categorizes them as

the legends they are today.

They are recognized as

true technical geniuses

distinguished by their mastery

and creativity on the field

which they use

to build memorable

indescribable

and effective plays.

The way these two athletes

place themselves on the pitch

have many striking similarities

but the way these two

have led their private lives

could not be more different.

Diego Maradona has been

involved in numerous scandals

while Lionel Messi

has led a quieter

and more private lifestyle.

Maradona married

Claudia Villafane in 1989.

The couple had two daughters

Dalma and Giannina.

After 14 years together

the couple

announced their separation.

During his time in Naples

he had an extramarital son

named Diego Sinagra

who is now also

a professional football player.

Diego has struggled with

alcohol and drug addiction

for many years.

In 2001

he was

hospitalized in Buenos Aires

due to

a life-threatening overdose.

In 2004

he stated that he had fully

recovered from his addictions.

Maradona has also been very bold

with his political decisions.

His support for

leftist ideologies

have even found

a place on his body.

Diego currently lives in Dubai

and enjoys the benefits

that his multi-million

dollar career left him.

[explosion]

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Lionel Messi is the opposite.

He stays as far away

from controversy as possible.

In 2017, he married

his childhood girlfriend

Antonella Roccuzzo

in her hometown Rosario.

Together,

they have three children

Thiago, Mateo, and Ciro.

Today, Messi is one of

the best-paid

athletes in the world.

The riches have not changed him.

The Argentine

has remained humble

and is known for

his introverted demeanor.

[explosion]

[reflective music]

The legends of the game

are those who broke

the paradigms of the sport.

They are those who feel the game

run through their veins

and come alive as soon

as that whistle blows.

They are those who imagine

create, visualize,

and play football

as if it were magic.

The lives of

these eight personalities

have shaped them

into iconic individuals.

These football players

traverse through the sport

over the last 50 years.

They have experienced obstacles

triumphs, and different

versions of the game.

[fast-paced music]

They dare

to challenge the impossible

and pave the way

to football glory.

This is DRAW.

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