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It’s not easy being the god of your nation’s unofficial religion, and Argentina’s soccer fans have become accustomed to the occasional meltdown by their appointed deity, Diego Maradona. Maradona’s legendary feats as a player —arguably the world’s best, in his day — earned him the "god" appellation years ago, but his performance as coach of Argentina’s brilliant but struggling national team has shattered his aura. More »