Real Madrid has a massive talent on their hand with the team securing the services of Brazilian wonder kid Endrick. The star is one of the biggest emerging prospects for the Selecao and it’s a surprise that he’d modeled his game after his idol. In a recent interview, the player ditched Real Madrid icon Cristiano Ronaldo to pick a Brazilian legend as his idol.

The Brazilian has made 56 outings for his home club Palmeiras, finding the back of the net 15 times. The Real Madrid-bound star has a significant presence in the attacking third and has established his dominance in the Brazilian Serie A. Fans will hope that the player can leave an impact as a Madrista following his arrival at the Spanish capital.

Endrick snubs Cristiano Ronaldo to pick Pele

Brazil’s wonder kid Endrick has an enormous opportunity on his hands. The player has been called up by the national team following the injury to Neymar Jr. In a recent interview before the game, the player discussed his idols as he put the Brazilian goal-scoring machine front and center.

Endrick stated, “For me, he is the king. There is no one who comes close to being compared to him. I thank God that he existed.”

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Brazilian players around the country have grown up idolizing Pele. The late icon has left his irrefutable mark on the game, registering 1279 goals to his name throughout his decorated career.

During the same interview, the player, despite his love for Cristiano Ronaldo, voiced his desire to play alongside Lionel Messi. “He is the best in the world and I want to enjoy playing with him.”

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Both Endrick and Lionel Messi will be in action this Tuesday. Argentina will be up against Brazil in the World Cup Qualifiers. Both sides will be eager to get the big win. The Albiceleste suffered a rough loss in their last game, facing a 2-0 defeat to Uruguay.

Brazil look to upset weary Argentina

Lionel Messi and Argentina will look to bounce back from the defeat against Uruguay when they take on the Selecao this Tuesday. Brazil, on the other hand, was stunned by Columbia, who edged past 2-1. Both sides are in dire need of momentum, heading into the middle half of the World Cup Qualifiers.

The game is bound to have a big impact on the points table. A win for Brazil would help the side climb to the third spot with 10 points. Meanwhile, Argentina would take an enormous blow from the loss, opening the door for Uruguay to climb to the top of the table.

Do you think Brazil has what it takes to bag the win over Argentina? What is your prediction for the game between the Albiceleste and the Selecao? Let us know in the comments below.

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