Juventus star says his son aims to be better than him

Ronaldo who named his son after himself, moved to Juventus from reigning European champions in the summer transfer window.

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The 33-year-old took time to adapt to football in Italy after he failed to score in his first three league games against Chievo, Lazio, and Parma.

He, however, scored a double in Juventus win over to reaffirm his reputation as one of the best goalscorers in world football.

The reigning World Player of the Year revealed that his eight-year-old son is hot on his tails as he one day wants to be a better player when he begins his professional career.

Before Ronaldo scored his first goal, his son scored four goals on his own debutand has continued to be in good form for the youth side.

In an interview with Ronaldo wants his son to be like him but also revealed that the youngster wants to be better.

He said, "I hope that Cris, my son, can be like his dad. He says he is going to be better (than me), but I think it's difficult.

"I am very happy to have scored, for him too. He is playing for Juventus and adapting really well, it has been easier for him than for me."

Ronaldo also revealed in an interview with that his son does not like losing just like him and also praised the characteristics of the youngster.

Ronaldo said, "He is very competitive, he is like me when I was young and he does not like to lose. He is fast, has skills and shoots well."

Ronaldo who has rebranded his family since his move to Juventus will hope to continue his good goalscoring form when they take on Valencia in their opener.