Source:REUTERS/ Peter Cziborra
[Saba Sports News] Noni Madueke, currently a star player for Arsenal in the Premier League, recently stated in a media interview that his idol is Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo, and that he fell in love with football because of him. Madueke particularly admires Ronaldo during his Manchester United days. He described his idol from that Red Devils period as playing fearlessly, like having no handbrake, always pushing forward and defeating every opponent in front of him. In his heart, Ronaldo is the first superstar he saw in football. Whether it’s the skills on the field, goal-scoring ability, or professional attitude off the field, he is deeply fascinated, which strengthened his determination to become a player like Ronaldo. Madueke said that what he admires most about Ronaldo is not only his achievements on the pitch but also his extreme self-discipline and relentless fighting spirit. He knows he has outstanding talent but hasn’t fully realized his potential yet. Ronaldo’s professional attitude is like a mirror,constantly reminding him that talent is just the ticket to enter the football world; to go further, persistence and determination are the keys to reaching one’s ceiling.
The editor believes that for this young player, choosing a historic superstar like Ronaldo as an idol is not blind following of trends. Instead, it’s a pursuit of ultimate achievement by a young player in the same position and style. Such clear-headed admiration will surely become the driving force for his continuous progress.