Why was Maradona able to smoke cigars inside the World Cup stadiums?

Argentina vs. Iceland, Maradona also attended** this match. At the competition, the scene of him holding a Cuban cigar became the focus of heated discussions, because according to the regulations, all nicotine products are banned in the venue.

At 21:00 on June 16, Beijing time, the first round of Group D of the World Cup group stage was played between Argentina and Iceland. Sergio Aguero opened the scoring in the first half, Finbogasson equalised, and in the second half, Mesa made a penalty but Messi's penalty was saved by the goalkeeper to make it 1-1.

Argentine legend, Maradone watched the game live.

Maradona wrote in his personal ins: Today is a difficult day for Argentina, and the atmosphere in the first game is very tense.

I think everybody has their own way of looking at things, but honestly, I really didn't know you couldn't smoke in the stadium. For that, I want to say sorry to everyone and the major organizations.

He said he didn't know he couldn't smoke.

Although he has long since withdrawn from the World Cup stage, Argentine legend Maradona has not been in our sight for a long time, active in major news. He was accused of racial discrimination against Korean football fans and ignored smoking bans.

In yesterday's group stage between Argentina and Iceland, the two teams drew 1-1. And Argentina's on-field performance also disappointed many fans, Messi's penalty was saved. I don't know if it was out of worry, he smoked a cigar directly during the game, and he apologized for his behavior afterwards.

Today is a heavy, difficult day for all Argentines. This match is the first appearance of both teams in this World Cup, so there is some tension. Maradona wrote in his social networks.

Regarding his uncivilized behavior while watching the game, he said: "I really didn't know that smoking is prohibited in the stadium, and I apologize to all the fans and the organizers. Go ahead, Argentina, let's support our players more than ever! ”

In the remaining two matches of the group stage, Argentina will play Croatia and Nigeria.

Former Argentine star Maradona smokes a cigar in the stadium during Argentina's match against Iceland at the World Cup in Russia on June 16, 2018. At the scene, because Argentina was helpless after the opponent equalized, Argentina played a somewhat dull and boring game, so Maradona in the stands showed a helpless look, he smoked a cigar, but in the stadium, there are no smoking signs.

After the game, Maradona apologized for his behavior, and on social **, he said that he really didn't know that smoking was not allowed in the stadium, and apologized like everyone and the organization. Argentine fans, let's support the team, now we need to focus more on the game! After the game, some fans commented:

An old horse who can never keep a low profile; Probably because his glasses are so cool that he can't see the logo.

In yesterday's game, when the camera showed Maradona, the Argentine fans at the scene would still applaud him. At that time, some people also made a poster of Maradona holding up the Hercules Cup together with Messi. It can be seen that Argentine fans love the king of football, although after retiring, Maradona's embarrassment was often exposed by **, and he was even repeatedly sent to the hospital for obesity and smoking.

But that doesn't affect his status in the hearts of the fans, who helped Argentina win the World Cup.

Diego Armando Maradona, born on October 30, 1960 in Buenos Aires, Argentina, is a famous Argentine footballer, coach, and midfielder.

In October 1975, Maradona made his debut in the Argentine First Division. In September 1977, Maradona led Argentina to win the World Youth Football Championship. In 1978, he became the youngest top scorer in the history of the Argentine First Division.

In July 1982, Maradona moved to La Liga side Barcelona. In July 1984, Maradona joined Napoli in Italy for a record transfer fee of $7.5 million. In June 1986, Maradona led Argentina to the World Cup.

In July 1990, Maradona's Argentina team lost to Germany in the World Cup final and finished as runners-up.

On October 29, 1997, Maradona officially announced his retirement.

On November 5, 2008, Maradona was appointed head coach of the Argentine national team. On July 28, 2010, Maradona, the official of the Argentine Football Federation, ceased to be the head coach of the Argentine national team.

In December 2017, he was the guest of honor at the 2018 World Cup draw ceremony.