Argentine rising star Alejandro Garnacho, a self-proclaimed fan of Cristiano Ronaldo, expressed his admiration for the Al Nassr forward after winning the prestigious Puskás Award in 2024.
Garnacho, current winner of the 2024 Puskas award and Manchester United player, shared how it was a dream come true to follow in the footsteps of his idol.
His remarkable bicycle kick goal against Everton earned him the accolade, mirroring Ronaldo’s triumph in 2009 when he scored a similar goal during his time at Manchester United.
🚀🚀🚀#OnThisDay in 2009, @Cristiano did this 😲
It earned him the very first #Puskas award 🏆#TheBest | @ManUtd pic.twitter.com/mY1skHKo86
— FIFA (@FIFAcom) April 15, 2020
The 20-year-old winger acknowledged Ronaldo’s lasting impact on football and highlighted how he continues to inspire him.
Garnacho praised the Portuguese legend for maintaining his elite status, even at 39 years old, competing at the highest level with Al Nassr in Saudi Arabia.
Garnacho is a great admirer of Cristiano Ronaldo
The Puskás Award win not only cements Garnacho’s place among football’s brightest talents but also underscores the influence Ronaldo has had on a new generation of players.
For years, Garnacho has publicly expressed his admiration for Cristiano Ronaldo, even modeling his playing style and career aspirations after the legendary forward.
¡ESTÁS LOCO, ALEJANDRO! ¡GOLAZO INFERNAL DE GARNACHO PARA MARCAR DE CHILENA EL 1-0 DE MANCHESTER UNITED VS. EVERTON EN LA #PREMIERxESPN! pic.twitter.com/yJsNyOns0E
— SportsCenter (@SC_ESPN) November 26, 2023
Fans have often speculated about the possibility of an interaction between the two stars, again off the pitch.
Garnacho has openly expressed his desire to hopefully share a dressing room with the Portuguese again, but it is almost impossible.
While this meeting has yet to occur, Garnacho’s win adds another connection to their shared Manchester United legacy, fueling excitement among fans for a future encounter.
A promising future for the Argentine
As Garnacho continues to develop at Manchester United, his determination to honor Ronaldo’s legacy is evident.
With his skill, ambition, and relentless work ethic, the Argentine has the potential to achieve greatness similar to his idol. His Puskás Award win is just the beginning of what could be a long and illustrious career.
