Diego Maradona Jr: “for me, McTominay is Jesus”

Published: April 10, 2026

By: Manu Tournoux

Since his arrival at Napoli in the summer of 2024, Scott McTominay has put all of the Italian club’s supporters in the pocket. Major architect of the Scudetto won last season and named best player of the 2024-2026 season in Serie A, the Scottish midfielder has all observers of the Neapolitan team in agreement, with some not hesitating to compare him to the icon of the Partenopei, Diego Armando Maradona. Starting with the Argentinian legend’s own son.

At the end of the match between Cagliari and Naples (0-1) Friday evening, Diego Armando Maradona Jr. dared a bold comparison between the former Manchester United player and his father, in the show “ Terzo Tempo Calcio Napoli ” on Televomero. “ McTominay? After my father, McTominay is the most decisive player in the history of Napoli. In Naples we had God. For me, McTominay is Jesus. He is an essential player “, declared the son of “El Pibe de Oro”.

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Manu Tournoux

Manu Tournoux is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Manu discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, his expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Manu enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans.