Neville reveals Ronaldo’s ultimate goal

Former England player thinks that Portuguese great is now focused on emulating Barzilian legend Pele. Cristia
02 May, 2020
  • Former England player thinks that Portuguese great is now focused on emulating Barzilian legend Pele.

Neville, who played with iconic number 7 at Manchester United for the period of six years, made this revelation in an interview with Sky Sports.

The 35-year-old already have an illustrious 18-year career which put him among top five to ever graced the game. He has won three Premier League titles, two La Liga crowns, one Scudetto and five European Cups during spells at Manchester United, Real Madrid and Juve, while also picking up five Ballon d'Or awards.

Ronaldo, who left Madrid in 2018 as the club’s leading goal scorer, is seen as the ultimate marksman, and doesn't appear to be slowing down despite his advancing years.

Neville admiring Ronaldo’s hard work said the Portuguese great is now focused on emulating Barzilian legend Pele.

It is believed that three-time World Cup winner holds the outright record for career goals with over 1000 to his name. However, former England player thinks Ronaldo will not stop until he overhaul the legendary player’s tally.

"His drive to become the best in the world was out of this world," Neville told Sky Sports. "He just wanted to be the very best and what he's done over the years has been absolutely exceptional. His achievements have been amazing and he's worked hard for it.”

"I think he has a plan to go on and take over Pele's record. He wants to be the greatest of all time and that is his sole purpose,” he added.

"Understanding that along the way if he is the greatest of all time, the teams that he plays for will win trophies and be successful."

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