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A former Real Madrid player confides in the exceptional work ethics of the Portuguese superstar.
The professionalism of Cristiano Ronaldo is no longer a mystery. Throughout his career, the Portuguese striker has built a reputation as a work executioner, as demanding with himself on the ground as outside, in order to preserve an extraordinary physical condition. A trait of character that many of his teammates, in selection as in club, were able to see closely. Emmanuel Adebayor is one of the privileged witnesses.
Loaned six months to Real Madrid by Manchester City during the 2010-2011 season, the former Togolese international had the opportunity to observe the requirement and rigor of CR7. Eager to make a good impression when arriving early in Valdebebas, the giant of Lomé was nevertheless ahead of Ronaldo, already hard of work long before him.
“He always wanted to be the best”
“Training started at 10:30 am and you arrive at 7:30 am. To do what? Three or four hours before. I told myself to leave him in his world, so that he can enjoy football and his career. And today he is 41 years old, he is still at the top, playing football, at the top … it's simply beautiful to see ”, said the former Gunner.
“A great example. For me, having the opportunity to play with him, even if it is only six months … and he knows the respect that I have for his mind, for the person, for the character he has. He always wanted to be the best. And for me, it's amazing ”he added.
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