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Argentina legend Diego Maradona has confirmed he has taken an ambassadorial role with FIFA, expressing his delight at joining a "clean and transparent" governing body.
The 1986 World Cup winner, 56, was a strong critic of former FIFA president Sepp Blatter, who left the role amid a corruption scandal that rocked the organisation in 2015 and is now banned for ethics violations.
"Now it is official," wrote Maradona. "Finally I can fulfil one of the lifelong dreams; to work for a clean and transparent FIFA alongside people who really love football.
"Thanks to all who have encouraged me to face this new challenge!"
Castellano | Italiano | English Ahora sí, es oficial. Finalmente puedo cumplir uno de los sueños de mi vida, trabajar...
Posted by Diego Maradona on Thursday, 9 February 2017
