1981, Diego MaradonaIn 1981, Diego Maradona was a rising football star playing for Boca Juniors in Argentina. At just 21 years old, he was already considered one of the best players in the world due to his exceptional dribbling, vision, and goal-scoring ability. That year, he helped Boca Juniors win the Argentine Primera División Metropolitano title, marking his first major club trophy. His performances led to a world-record transfer to FC Barcelona in 1982. Meanwhile, Pelé had already retired from professional football by 1981. The Brazilian legend had played his last official match in 1977 with the New York Cosmos. However, he remained an influential figure in the sport, often making public appearances and promoting football globally. By that time, he had won three FIFA World Cups (1958, 1962, 1970) and was widely regarded as one of the greatest players in history. In 1981, Maradona and Pelé met for an iconic joint interview, where Pelé advised Maradona on handling fame and pressure. This was a historic moment, symbolizing the transition between two footballing eras.