Rafael Leao, Milan offensive wingeranswered the questions that were asked by the fans on his official channel on YouTube. “The dream? In collective terms, the Champions League. I’ve always dreamed of this trophy and I hope to achieve it one day.”
What would he do if he were to win the Champions League?
“I would dye my hair red and black to represent AC Milan and Milan.”
What was instead the most important that won?
“The Scudetto. I’ve been at Milan for three and a half years and I’m on my way to a fourth. It was the title that the Milan fans have been waiting for for a long time. We had an incredible celebration, I had never had the sensation of winning such an important title. I think it was the most extraordinary of my career.”
If you could change anything in your career, what would it change?
“Nothing. I had some bad moments but some good ones. The bad ones helped me grow as a player, as a person. I wouldn’t change anything. Thanks to this, I got where I am and I’m sure it will also help me reach my goal.”
Who was the toughest opponent you faced?
“Thiago Silva is an expert player, he has quality, he understands spaces well. The right word is an intelligent player. Danilo is also strong”.
Who are his references or his heroes?
“Among my references is Cristiano Ronaldo. Heroes? My father”.
Who was his favorite player?
“Ronaldinho, Cristiano Ronaldo, Robinho and Neymar”
What was the most memorable match of your life?
“Sporting-Porto. I scored my goal in the league, in a match in which the title was being decided. I didn’t expect to get in, I scored against Casillas. That is a memorable match for me.”
Why is he always laughing?
“Everyone has their own tics, their own way of showing when they do something they don’t like. And mine, since I was younger, has always been showing my teeth and expressing what I like to do. That’s why I always laugh but it’s something that you have no idea can happen naturally.”
How did it feel to finish fourteenth in the Ballon d’Or list?
“I honestly expected to be in the table but not that close to the top ten. It was a great satisfaction for me. Over the years I have shown my football, I have to thank all my colleagues, my club and the people who have helped me to achieve this result. The first year I hope to be in the top ten. I think a player’s dream is to win the Ballon d’Or. I hope to achieve this.”
