Super Eagles attacker, Kelechi Iheanacho has snubbed fellow countrymen, Austin Jay-Jay Okocha and Nwankwo Kanu as his favorite footballing idol.
The 25-year-old rather revealed his favorite football hero is former Barcelona and Brazilian legend, Ronaldinho.
According to a report via Soccernet, Iheanacho says Ronaldinho’s confidence and style of play made him fall in love with football.
“Growing up I loved Ronaldinho.
“I loved his style of play, confidence, and way he loved football. The way he dribbled, the way he played his passes, his touches. He is one of the greatest players of all time.”
Ronaldinho had stints with PSG and AC Milan but gained world recognition in his time at Barcelona where he won the UEFA Champions League title in 2016.
The Brazilian also was voted as the FIFA World Player of the Year twice and also won the Ballon d’Or twice in his 22-year playing career.
