Real Madrid superstar Cristiano Ronaldo says he had a tough time growing up – because he had to do his own ironing.
Ronaldo, who is one of the world’s best footballers, is also known for his incredible work ethic and hard-working attitude to life.
And the ex-Manchester United forward says he developed his mental strength and work rate through having to do his own ironing growing up.
‘When I was a teenager, I had to do things as a man,’ he explained.
‘It was at the point that I had to do my own ironing. My mental strength began at this time.
‘I’m the person I am today because of the time I spent without my family and going through difficult times.’
Ronaldo went on to add that he plans to ‘live like a king’ when he retires from football – something that should be easy given his reported £300,000-a-week salary.
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