Leader I Admire

One person that i admire is somebody not only i know, but is famous throughout the planet. His name is Cristiano Ronaldo. Cristiano Ronaldo is one of my favorite footballer and sportsperson in the sports industry. He inspires and motivates me in certain ways. He has millions of fans around the world. He is also one of the main reason why I started following and playing this beautiful game. Cristiano has many nicknames. Among fans, he is known by names such as Ronnie, CR7, Cristiano, Ronaldo and etc. He is a global icon. There are many reason why I love and admire him. He is regarded by football enthusiasts and pundits as the greatest footballer of all time next to Lionel Messi. He is the most complete player at the moment!

( Source : Google Images )

Cristiano Ronaldo dos Santos Aveiro was born on 5th February 1985 in Portugal. He had a very normal childhood and upbringing. Since childhood, he showed signs of brilliance in football. He impressed with his performances at amateur levels. His first step towards professional football came when he signed for Portuguese Club Sporting. While playing at Sporting, he was diagnosed with a medical condition called ‘Racing Heart’. This condition was capable of derailing his footballing career and dreams. A normal person would have been shattered on hearing this bad news about himself. But Cristiano was determined to overcome this hurdle. With the help of his club, he underwent a corrective surgery. This was the first big hurdle he overcame in his career! Since then, he has faced various challenges and overcame them with sheer determination, hard work and confidence. 

( Source : Google Images )

At club level, he has represented global famed clubs such as Manchester United, Real Madrid and Juventus. He is a legend at all these clubs. This shows the level of greatness he has achieved! At both these clubs, he has amassed loads of trophies and individual accolades! League Trophies, Domestic Cups, Champions League, Ballon d’Or, Top Scorer awards, Sir Matt Busby Player Of The Year and World Scorer Player Of The Year. He has won it all! At International level, he has represented Portugal at various levels. The highlight of his International career came when he captained his side to Euro 2016 title, beating France in their home soil! This earned his the status of ‘Legend’ in Portugal. On field, he is a very demanding player. He wants his teammates to be at their best. He loves to motivate his teammates and bring out their best in field.

( Source : Google Images )

Cristiano is a true professional. He leads a very disciplined lifestyle. He is known to follow a strict diet and exercise routine. He loves to take care of his body and fitness levels! Some of his traits which I love are his mental toughness, discipline, work ethic, determination and confidence. His confidence is looked upon as arrogance. He also has good business acumen. Unlike other footballers, he also owns and runs many profitable businesses! Cristiano Ronaldo is also well known for his philanthropic work. He regularly takes part in social work activities, blood donation campaigns and charity activities. In addition, Cristiano Ronaldo is a person who has showed to the world that mothers are the most important thing in a persons life. Cristiano says that his mother is his inspiration and the reason he joined football and all the clubs he has joined so far.

( Source : Google Images )

On and Off the field, he is an icon and role model. He inspires millions of fans across the world. When he retires, he will go down as one of the greatest footballers of all time!