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In a remarkable moment for basketball, LeBron James and his son Bronny made history when they became the first father-son duo to play together in an NBA game. Football Legend Cristiano Ronaldo, watching from the sidelines, now has a similar dream for his own family. In a recent video with popular YouTuber MrBeast, Ronaldo’s son, Cristiano Ronaldo Jr., opened up about his ambitions to follow in LeBron James and Bronny's footsteps.
When MrBeast asked the 14-year-old if he hoped to play alongside his father someday, Cristiano Junior enthusiastically responded, "Yeah, yeah. Hopefully."
In a conversation a couple of weeks ago, Ronaldo himself was asked the same question. At 39 years old, with his retirement on the horizon, Ronaldo responded with some uncertainty: “Maybe. I will see. He’s fourteen now. Let’s see how my legs are doing.” Despite the uncertainty, the possibility of a father-son duo like LeBron and Bronny playing together in soccer isn’t entirely out of reach.
The Rare Phenomenon of Father-Son Duos in Professional Sports
Father-son duos are a rare but cherished occurrence in professional sports. While there are few examples in soccer, there have been notable instances, such as Brazilian legend Rivaldo, who played alongside his son, Rivaldinho, for a brief period in 2014. Given Ronaldo's global status and ongoing career, the prospect of playing alongside his son is a tantalizing thought for both father and son, but it would require careful timing as Ronaldo edges closer to retirement.
Ronaldo has openly discussed the idea of hanging up his boots soon, having recently said, “I just want to enjoy.” At 39, he acknowledges that his time in professional soccer is limited: “If it has to happen, in one or two years… I don’t know. I’m turning 40 soon.” This leaves open the possibility of seeing Ronaldo Jr. step into the spotlight as his father's potential successor.
Cristiano Ronaldo Jr.'s Rising Talent and Growing Recognition
Cristiano Ronaldo Jr. might still be young, but his skills are already attracting attention. The 14-year-old recently made headlines after scoring a sensational goal for Al Nassr’s youth team, showcasing playing abilities that resemble those of his legendary father. In September, Ronaldo dedicated a goal celebration to his son, lifting three fingers to celebrate Ronaldo Jr.’s remarkable brace for the Al Nassr U-13 team, who had just clinched their league title with weeks to spare.
Ronaldo’s pride in his son is evident. On his social media, the football icon posted a heartfelt message congratulating his son’s team, alongside applause and muscle emojis: “Congratulations champions.” As Ronaldo Jr.'s talent continues to grow and his father’s legendary career marches on, the dream of seeing both Ronaldo and Ronaldo Jr. on the field together becomes increasingly possible.
