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VIDEO: I think my son will be bigger than me, Ronaldo

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  • Cristiano Ronaldo believes his eldest son, Cristiano Jr., will surpass him in football, noting the teenager is already larger and stronger than he was at that age.
  • Ronaldo emphasized that "hunger" and drive are crucial for success, not just physical attributes.
  • The Portuguese star has achieved numerous accolades throughout his career, including five Champions League titles and five Ballon d'Or awards.

Football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has expressed confidence that his eldest son, Cristiano Jr., has the potential to become even greater than him. Ronaldo observed his son training with the Al Nassr youth team and noted that the 16-year-old is already physically more developed than he was at the same age.

He’s a good kid. The other ones are tougher, the ones at home, the small ones. This one is no problem.

— Cristiano RonaldoRonaldo describes his son Cristiano Jr. and his younger siblings.

"I think he will be bigger than me," Ronaldo stated in a video shared by Netflix Sports, adding that Cristiano Jr. is also "a good kid." However, Ronaldo stressed that physical size and strength are not the sole determinants of success in football. He highlighted the importance of inner drive and determination, stating that "hunger is the most difficult" aspect to possess.

Cristiano Jr., born in 2010, currently plays for the Al Nassr youth team. Ronaldo, one of football's most decorated athletes, has amassed 36 major team trophies, including five UEFA Champions League titles and five Ballon d'Or awards. His career spans successful stints with clubs like Sporting CP, Manchester United, Real Madrid, Juventus, and Al Nassr, as well as representing Portugal.

When I was his age, he is a little bit bigger and stronger. I was smaller. I think he will be bigger than me.

— Cristiano RonaldoRonaldo compares his son's physical development to his own at the same age.

Ronaldo's last competitive match was Portugal's exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He also has twins Eva Maria and Mateo, and daughters Alana Martina and Bella Esmeralda with his partner Georgina Rodríguez. His son Ángel tragically passed away during childbirth in 2022.

Hunger is the most difficult.

— Cristiano RonaldoRonaldo emphasizes the importance of drive and determination for football success.
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Originally published by The Punch in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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