Diego Maradona to take on Sourav Ganguly in football match on Oct 9

Sourav Ganguly

Argentina legend Diego Maradona will play the 'Match for Unity' against former India captain Sourav Ganguly on October 9, the organisers confirmed. "We would like to confirm that the Match for Unity (Diego vs Dada) is to be held on the October 9 at 2.30 pm," a statement from the organisers read. "After much effort and an unforeseen change of date due to pressing obligations on Diego Maradona's part we are delighted to announce that we have obtained all the necessary permissions and clearances necessary for the occasion," the statement added.