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Vinicius Jr. Names Cristiano Ronaldo Neymar and LeBron as His Biggest Idols

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7 months ago

August 1, 2025

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Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr. has revealed the five sports legends who inspired him the most in his career. The Brazilian forward, who joined Real Madrid from Flamengo in 2018, mentioned Cristiano Ronaldo, Neymar, Ronaldinho, Ronaldo Nazário, and basketball icon LeBron James as his biggest idols.

In a chat with GQ Spain, Vinicius said, “Cristiano, LeBron, and our Brazilian greats Ronaldo, Ronaldinho, and Neymar are my idols.” He also shared how surreal it still feels to represent both Real Madrid and the Brazilian national team, calling it a dream come true.

Vinicius had an outstanding season and narrowly missed out on the Ballon d’Or, finishing second behind Manchester City’s Rodri.

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Diego Simeone Calls Out Ademola Lookman Over Defensive Duties

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19 hours ago

February 27, 2026

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Head coach of Atletico Madrid, Diego Simeone, speaks on team defense and called out a player who needs to toughen up. He shared that Ademola Lookman needs to work on defense.

“Ademola Lookman arrived with great enthusiasm and desire to keep growing. We need him to add defensive work to what he already gives us offensively, because he has that ability,” he then added.

“He’s shown it with the Nigeria national team, and we need him in that role.”

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Paul Merson Names Mohamed Salah the Greatest Winger of All Time

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19 hours ago

February 27, 2026

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Former football legend Paul Merson states that Mohammad Salah is the greatest winger of all time.

While also praising Bukayo Saka for being the winger in form right now.

When asked in a recent interview, he stated “For the best right now, it’s probably [Bukayo] Saka for his all-around game. I will go Salah, because the numbers he’s put up are ridiculous.”