Born in a place that is magnificent in nature but hardly known for soccer! Despite being put in such an almost inclement place for any sports, Eidur Gudjohnsen loved soccer in every manner. He took to soccer from a very tender age, and soon he was seen as a really gifted kid. The kid was very efficient on the field: he could dribble the ball. He could shoot goals, and he was also a good team player. So much so, he was compared to one of the best that the game has ever known- Diego Maradona. Well, was there a difference?
Why “Maradona”? The Skills of Eidur Gudjohnsen
Why was the boy labeled “Eidur”? Because he was the term “Maradona” was only ever used in reference to the way he played. Passing the ball as if it were glued to his feet is something Eidur shared with Maradona. Eidur Gudjohnsen was a graceful touch; the passes were among the best. He always seemed to select the right position on the pitch. Equally, he was famous for some spectacular goals! Eidur, a bit taller than Maradona, set about chipping away. At defenses and making what appears to be an impossible task quite simple.
Eidur Gudjohnsen Goes Pro
Talent behind aegis never stayed under the cover and went professional all too soon and into big clubs quickly. He gallivanted all over the globe, where he played in countries as far away as England and Spain. Knocking on the doors of overnight stardom. He was back to being the cougar for his country, Iceland. With whom he achieved astonishing accomplishments in the international field.
Authors Opinion
Hence, the Blond Maradona was never really a player in Maradona’s style. But one who developed a style of his own. Gudjohnsen was a fine player who has done his nation proud. And has inspired a generation of youngsters to go after their dreams. So, any time anyone talks about the Blond Maradona-let’s just the least known soccer legend-Eidur Gudjohnsen:È.
