The South American Football Confederation (abbreviated as CONMEBOL) recently honoured Argentina captain Lionel Messi with his statue along with a baton of leadership and command of football.

Lionel Messi's statue to be along side legendary duo Pele and Diego Maradona in CONMEBOL museum

Brazilian legend Pele has taken to social media, after the death of his “great friend” Diego Maradona, as he penned a heartfelt letter to pay homage to the deceased legendary Argentine.

'I love you, Diego': Pele pens emotional letter for Maradona

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Lionel Messi's statue to be along side legendary duo Pele and Diego Maradona in CONMEBOL museum

'I love you, Diego': Pele pens emotional letter for Maradona