Football icon Cristiano Ronaldo has revealed what he believes his son, Cristiano Jr., needs to achieve a career comparable to his own.
Ronaldo admitted that his son could eventually become physically bigger and stronger than he was at the same age, but noted that physical advantages and natural talent are only part of what it takes to succeed at the highest level.
The Portuguese superstar identified hunger and the desire to keep improving as the key qualities his son would need to develop.
According to Ronaldo, maintaining that hunger can be more difficult than developing physical strength or technical ability, especially as a player progresses in his career.
He stressed that Cristiano Jr. must ultimately build his own path and prove himself through hard work, determination and consistency rather than relying on his father's achievements.
Ronaldo's comments underline his view that mentality and ambition could play a greater role than genetics or talent in determining whether his son can reach the highest level of football.