Famous Footballers series

Author of:Arhan Aytaç

Arrangement :Yahya Türkeli Editor and Translator:Defne Aytaç illustration : Yapay Zeka/Gemini E-Isbn:978-625-6020-87-0 All publishing rights of this book belong to the publisher. It may not be quoted, reproduced, published, or published in whole or in part, in any form or technique, without the written permission of the publisher. All rights reserved. Communication :

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• Lionel Messi

• Crıstıano Ronaldo

• Diego Armando Maradona • Kylian Mbappé

• Neymar Júnior

• Harry Kane

• Karim Benzema

• Erling Haanld

• Sergio Ramos

• Pele

Lionel Messi was born in Rosario, Argentina. Of all the toys he was given, his favorite was the ball, which he always played with. He played with it as if he were dancing and had fun.

The moves he made with the ball astonished everyone. It was like his ball was a part of him. He never let go of it, he took it with him everywhere.

One day, the coach of the town's junior football team noticed Messi. "This kid has magic," he thought. He invited him to join the team, and Messi's dreams began to come true.

Messi had a little secret. He was growing slower than other children. While this sometimes upset him, his love for the ball gave him strength. Doctors told him they could help him.

Messi's family made a big decision to help him realize his dreams. They moved far away to Barcelona, Spain, home to the renowned La Masia football school.

Messi enrolled in a training school for young footballers. There, he trained extensively and made friends. He learned to play even better with the ball.

Years passed, and Messi grew into a young footballer. His biggest dream had come true! He made his debut for Barcelona's big team. The stadium erupted in applause.

Messi captivated everyone on the pitch with his magical feet. He seemed to have the ball glued to his feet, slicing past opponents one by one. He scored goals, made brilliant passes, and helped his team win.

He soon became known as one of the best footballers in the world. Watching him play was like a circus act. Everyone eagerly awaited what he would do.

He won many trophies with his team: Champions League trophies, league championships... Every trophy was a testament to his determination and talent.

When Messi was 25 or 30 years old, stadiums would explode with every goal he scored. Chants of "Messi! Messi! Messi!" would fill the air, and the fans would be overjoyed.

Every goal he scored wasn't just a goal; it was a work of art. When he put the ball in the net, the whole world celebrated with him.

His biggest dream was to participate in the World Cup with his country, Argentina. For him, this wasn't just a trophy, it was a source of pride for his country.

He chased this dream for years. Sometimes he came very close, sometimes he was disappointed. But he never gave up, always working harder.

And one day, another dream came true! In the World Cup final, with the whole world watching, he led his team to victory.

Messi demonstrated the importance of hard work and never giving up. He went from a young boy to a hero who inspired the entire world. And his dance with the ball never stopped...

Lionel Messi left Barcelona in the summer of 2021 in a transfer that shook the football world to join Paris Saint-Germain (PSG). It was a brand new challenge for him and a significant turning point in his career.

The biggest goal and the missing piece in Lionel Messi's career was undoubtedly the World Cup title. Messi carried Argentina to the final of the 2022 Qatar World Cup, leaving his mark on the tournament with his magnificent performance.

In recent years, Messi has continued to add to his collection of individual awards, most notably winning the Ballon d'Or for the eighth time in 2023. This was a feat never achieved by any player in football history

In the summer of 2023, Messi said goodbye to European football and transferred to Inter Miami, one of the Major League Soccer (MLS) teams in the United States, opening a new page in his career

It has been 30 years since the superstar Messi met Antonela, the mother of his three sons, whose love for football is as old as his childhood.

Even as a young child, Cristiano Ronaldo was captivated by the ball. For him, it wasn't just a round object; it was his best friend. Wherever he went, he carried it with him.

While other children were playing with toy cars or blocks, Ronaldo's eyes were always on the football pitch. His dream was to score a goal in front of thousands of people in a large stadium.

After school, he'd grab his ball and run to the vacant lot in the neighborhood. He'd shoot, dribble, and practice by himself. Sometimes he'd fall and bruise his knees, but he never gave up.

Every sunset, he would continue playing with his ball until his mother called him to dinner. Every move he made with his ball made him happier.

One day, he heard about tryouts for the neighborhood youth football team. His heart pounded with excitement. "This is my chance!" he thought.

When he went to the tryouts, there were many kids who looked bigger and stronger than him. But Ronaldo didn't hesitate at all. When he got the ball, all eyes turned to him.

The coach was amazed by Ronaldo's talent. "Welcome to the team, Ronaldo!" he said with a smile. Ronaldo's joy was indescribable. Now he had a team!

He quickly got along very well with his teammates. They trained together, exchanged passes, and prepared for matches. Ronaldo was one of the team's fastest and most agile players.

Their first important match arrived. The opposing team was very strong and had started the match very well. Ronaldo and his team were a little nervous.

At halftime, the score was 0-0. The coach encouraged them, and they started the second half with more motivation. Ronaldo was a threat every time he received the ball.

The score was still tied as the match entered its final minutes. Everyone was on edge. Ronaldo was waiting for an opportunity.

Just then, Ronaldo grabbed the ball and sped towards the opponent's goal. He dodged obstacles one by one, like the wind. With one final shot, he sent the ball into the back of the net! Goal! Goal! The stands erupted in jubilation. They won the match!

Ronaldo and his friends hugged each other, reminding him once again how beautiful it is to pursue your dreams and work hard.

As the years passed, Ronaldo grew, and his talents grew with him. He was now a young man,

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and football was the center of his life.

His success with his local team attracted the attention of bigger clubs. One day, he received an invitation from the city's best youth academy.

When he joined the academy, the competition was even stronger. Everyone was so talented. Ronaldo knew he had to work even harder.

He would start training early in the morning and work late into the evening, improving his shooting, enhancing his passing, and sharpening his vision on the court.

His first major academy tournament was approaching. Ronaldo had become one of the team's most important players. Everyone expected great things from him.

He displayed fantastic performances throughout the tournament, carrying his team to the final with his goals, assists, and leadership.

In the final, they faced their toughest opponents. The match was fiercely contested. Ronaldo stepped up once again in the final minutes and scored a magnificent goal.

They won the tournament! As Ronaldo lifted the trophy, he knew his childhood dreams were starting to come true. This was just the beginning of his footballing journey.

Every time little Diego Armando Maradona kicked the ball, his heart swelled with joy. His old, worn-out ball was his best friend.

Maradona played football every day with his friends in the narrow streets of his neighborhood.