Cristiano Ronaldo made his debut in the AFC Champions League against Persepolis FC recently. The Iranian fans of the Portuguese skipper went wild as soon as he landed in the country. Al Nassr had to cancel its training citing the overcrowding. Just like CR7, a childhood supporter and admirer of his is unlocking one achievement after another. The famous Frenchman has already impressed the soccer realm with his skills and his new boss at PSG also lauded him, hours after his idol’s AFC Champions League debut.

Al Nassr won its first game of the AFC Champions League and had to quickly return to Saudi for their upcoming fixture. The team is going strong with six straight wins as they look to face Al Ahli next.

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Luis Enrique’s first game with PSG in the UEFA Champions League went well. The team always looked like the stronger side on the pitch. Although they kept a clean sheet in the first half, Borussia Dortmund couldn’t escape the undeniable as Kylian Mbappe scored a penalty in the 49th minute. The PSG manager lauded Kylian Mbappe’s performance. He exerted that Mbappe’s persona is more than just his talent. In the post-match interview, Luis Enrique said, “Kylian Mbappé is the best player in the world, trust me.”

Enrique further added, “More than his technical skills, what has impressed me is his human quality. It’s a pleasure to have him in dressing room — he’s a leader who always has a smile on his face”. Paris Saint-Germain ended up winning the match 2-0. Star fullback Achraf Hakimi scored the 2nd goal.

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Kylian Mbappe has always received a lot of praise. He is the backbone of his club and country’s team. More than that he has the qualities of a leader, one who can inspire others to win matches in dire situations. No wonder, Kylian Mbappe is a big admirer of Cristiano Ronaldo.

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Cristiano Ronaldo has always inspired Mbappe

Kylian Mbappe has always been a big Ronaldo fan. He had his walls filled with CR7 posters in his room during his childhood. The PSG players’ love for Real Madrid also stems from the time when Cristiano Ronaldo was playing with the Los Blancos. In a video that is getting viral now, Mbappe can be seen saying that he has many idols but Cristiano Ronaldo was the one he loved the most. 

Mbappe also says that the best goal he’s ever watched is Cristiano Ronaldo’s iconic bicycle kick against Gianluigi Buffon in the UCL. The goal remains one of the best goals ever scored and the legend himself said that it is one of the best goals he’s ever scored. Kylian Mbappe’s ascent to greatness continues, with PSG’s manager echoing the world’s belief in his talent and leadership skills, guided by Cristiano Ronaldo’s inspiration. Do you think Kylian Mbappe will achieve the same heights as Ronaldo? Let us know in the comments below.

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