Erling Haaland Lauds CR7 as ‘Main Inspiration,’ Weeks After Praising Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi’s Longevity

Erling Haaland is an exceptional talent. Ever since the Norwegian superstar came into the limelight, he has become a center of attraction in the beautiful game. Yet again, the spotlight has shifted towards the Manchester City star as he reveals Cristiano Ronaldo as a key figure who has fueled his relentless pursuit of excellence on the pitch.

The revelation comes just days after the recent Gerd Muller award winner praised the consistency and longevity of the Portuguese soccer veteran alongside his arch-rival, Lionel Messi. Has he subtly answered the question surrounding the never-ending GOAT debate?

Erling Haaland reveals ‘always watching’ Cristiano Ronaldo during younger days

In life, we often look up to certain individuals, and the world of soccer is no exception. Players frequently choose idols, aiming to emulate their style to reach the highest level. Interestingly, Erling Haaland also has an inspiration in his life and it’s none other than the Portuguese superstar, Cristiano Ronaldo.

This comes after the Manchester City striker sat down for a brief interview with TV2Sport. He said, “I remember always watching Cristiano Ronaldo. His movements… He was my main inspiration. How he managed to develop his game. I remember watching how he played at United and in his early years at Real Madrid, and then he became more of a centre-forward in his later years at Real Madrid.”

While CR7 himself is an inspiration to a lot of players, Erling Haaland seems to be the latest one to join his fandom. The Norwegian striker also underscored the Portuguese superstar’s transition from his role as a winger to a center-forward. Quite an interesting revelation from the 23-year-old star.

This wasn’t the first time Haaland spoke about the mighty Cristiano Ronaldo. Earlier, the player heaped praise on Messi and Ronaldo by terming both of them ‘fantastic’ for their priceless contributions on the pitch, despite their age.

Haaland appreciates the ‘crazy things’ done consistently by Ronaldo and Messi

Previously, Haaland expressed admiration for Messi and Ronaldo, highlighting their sustained brilliance even beyond the age of 36. In an interview with France Football, the Norwegian emphasized the enduring impact and continued excellence of the legendary duo. He remarked, “You have to emphasize the extent to which Messi and Cristiano have done crazy things and remember that they always do, because even if they get older, obviously, they are still fantastic.”

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Haaland’s modest admission of Lionel Messi and Ronaldo’s ongoing excellence shows how much he values the extraordinary legacies they have built over their storied careers. Will Erling Haaland be able to maintain the same level of consistency? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.

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