Ronaldo Is An Idol – Dalot

Cristiano Ronaldo is an “idol” to millions, according to Diogo Dalot, who says he has inspired him in his career.

After exiting his boyhood cub, Manchester United, Ronaldo has gone on to play for Real Madrid and Juve, winning titles at both, while collecting 156 caps and a European Championship crown with his country.

And Dalot has revealed that he sees him as a role model and he wants to also make his own mark for his club and country, Portugal.

His words, “My answer will be a little bit shocking for everyone!

“Ronaldo, for me, was the main one. He was my idol from day one.

“Not because he’s Portuguese, or his style of playing, but for his hard work. When you think of an athlete, a complete athlete, a complete footballer, you need to choose Cristiano.

“For me, he was the main inspiration to start playing football. Not because I want to be like him, I want to take my own path, but to get to know him and see how he works is unbelievable.”

“Of course it’s hard to get to a big team.

“But then it’s harder to stay there because you are competing with a lot of footballers that are such hard workers.

“When you get to the big clubs, to the big leagues, you know that every day you need to get better and better and better. For me, I think the hard work is the main thing. Work hard and stay humble.”

“I don’t like to think too big for now.

“I used to say ‘step by step’. Now I just try to focus on getting my opportunities and getting my minutes, and showing the manager what I’m capable of, that I can play here.

“Of course, when you lay down on your bed and you dream of the future, you dream of being one of the best right-backs in the world, being a reference for everyone. But that’s when you are in bed.

“When you wake up, you just need to put your feet on the ground and start working again, because every day is a fight for me. I think that’s the right way.”