Neymar: The Heir To Ronaldinho

Ronaldinho is a great soccer player. He was a master at using a soccer ball to play football.

Neymar Jr., Ronaldinho’s compatriot in football, may be following his path as a professional player. Ronaldinho enjoyed a short but memorable career. Neymar is the new king of PSG. Brazilians are naturally talented. They live, breathe, and eat football.

Ronaldinho and Neymar were both famous in their teens. They are both too talented at what they do. Their successes last for only three to four years, while top European players dominate the sport for at the least a decade. Robinho, Adriano, Ronaldinho, etc. These are just a few examples of people who were able to be the best for a long time but whose attitude cost them their careers.

In a football conversation, it is common to compare Messi with Ronaldinho or Messi. Ronaldinho and Messi have been outperformed in terms, however, of their greatnesses.

Ronaldinho is loved by many. He was obviously a wonderful player. He isn’t anywhere near the Messi or Ronaldo level. For a decade, these two players have dominated the field. This is pure dominance. Never has there been a football era that was so controlled by just two players. Their skill and consistency are unmatched.

Cristiano Messi, Cristiano, and Cristiano had the need to train a lot to reach their level. Ronaldinho’s natural talent was what made it possible. Ronaldinho’s inattentiveness cost him his job. Ronaldinho’s careless attitude and late-night activities were no sign of his success. The second half is quite remarkable. Ronaldinho has represented five teams in just under seven years, with four more in the past four. Although he has been scoring goals and entertaining the fans, a player with such natural talent should still be an electrifying force in the Champions League.

His talent might not be comparable to Ronaldo or Messi’s, but their consistent performance over the past decade is what separates them. Ronaldo, Leo and his team have worked hard and are the best in their field. That is something Ronaldinho did not have.

Neymar transfer sagaNeymar’s sensational performance at Barcelona was reflected in his massive move to PSG. This shock shocked all football fans. It was not what anyone expected of him leaving the top club in the globe to join a club that isn’t even at the top 5. Neymar left Barcelona on a massive salary of 16m per annum, but the lure of Paris to play for a club that is not even in the top 5 was too strong. At PSG, he is given much freedom and can do what he likes. Nobody is going to question him. It’s obvious that he was in it solely to make money. It was worth $0.84B before Neymar signed. Now it is worth $1.75B. I am certain that PSG paid him handsomely for his promotion of their club.

Neymar, Coutinho are both 25 years old. However, a closer examination of their lives will reveal the stark differences. Coutinho is a family oriented man, which is something that sets him apart from many Brazilians. He’s very different, and he’ll be a success for Barca. Neymar’s attitude won’t likely last more than five seasons. Brazilians have had this problem since the beginning. They have a lot of talent, but lack dedication. Ronaldinho is a great player, but he could do so much more.

It was, however, a great time.

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    Faith West is a 29-year-old blogger and mother of two from Utah. She is a graduate of Utah Valley University and is currently pursuing her Master's degree in education. Faith is an advocate for education and is passionate about helping others achieve their educational goals. She is the founder of the blog "Faithfully Educated" and is a regular contributor to several other online publications.