Published 13:59 IST, December 17th 2020

Ronaldo Nazario names THE BEST he's ever played and trained with

Brazilian legend Ronaldo Nazario has stated that French legend and Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane is the best player he has ever played and trained with.

Reported by: Minaam Ansari
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Former Brazilian superstar Ronaldo Nazario is widely regarded among best footballers in world, having achieved success of highest order during his decorated career. two-time Ballon d'Or winner lit up sport, setting a benchmark for generations to come. Having recently been named as ideal striker in Ballon d'Or Dream Team by France Football, Brazilian legend has revealed  best football star he has ever trained and played with. 

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Zidane is best I've played with, says Ronaldo Nazario 

Following his inclusion in  Ballon d'Or Dream Team, Ronaldo was asked about some of his standout colleagues and El Feme was quick to mention name of Zinedine Zidane. current Real Mrid manr is also regarded among all-time greats, but missed out on dream team, along with likes of Ronaldinho. 

Ronaldo insists Zidane has been best player he has ever trained and played with. He went on to laud Frenchman for his stint with Real Mrid, emphasising that Zidane has mand to win three successive Champions League titles with Los Blancos, an achievement that remains unmatchable. 

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Ronaldo's career influenced by Marona, Van Basten

Ronaldo furr claims he won't be able to answer who was better: Zidane, player or Zidane, coach, citing his unparalleled achievements in both roles. two played toger at Real Mrid from 2002 until Zidane's retirement in 2006 and formed pillar of Galactico era, which clinched LaLiga title in 2003.

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Ronaldo was also asked about footballing legends who inspired him during his early days. He went on to mention likes of Marco van Basten, Diego Marona, Johann Cruyff and Zico while laying special emphasis on his love for Italian football since his struggling days. 

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story behind bizarre Ronaldo Nazario hairstyle 

Apart from his heroics, Ronaldo Nazario's hairstyle has also me eugh helines back in day, During 2002 FIFA World Cup, Brazilian donned a bizarre hairstyle with his he completely shaved, although with a little patch of hair remaining above forehe. 

Earlier, he h claimed that he donned bizarre look to distract people from his groin injury. But, during an interaction with Deporte Interactivo, he claimed that his hairstyle was inspired from Cascao, a character from popular Brazilian cartoon series Turma da Monica. 

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13:58 IST, December 17th 2020