Nwankwo Kanu, Mikel Obi pay tribute to Maradona

Diego Maradona

Former Super Eagles players Nwankwo Kanu and Mikel Obi on Wednesday paid tribute to the late football star Diego Maradona.

“R.I.P Diego Armando Maradona .your memory will live on forever,” Kanu tweeted.

Mikel wrote on Instagram: “Rest in peace 💔 diego maradona #legend.”

Maradona’s death has thrown the football world into mourning.

The football legend is expected to be honoured in UEFA Champions League matches billed for Wednesday night.