Football, the most popular sport of the universe provides unforgettable memories to both players and fans. However, beyond the triumphs and successes, some events could have altered history. Today we, discover the stories of three top-tier footballers who narrowly escaped death in harrowing car accidents.
Cristiano Crashed his new Ferrari
Cristiano Ronaldo, renowned as one of the greatest footballers of all time, once came close to a potentially fatal accident early in his career. As a rising star at Manchester United, he acquired a high-performance Ferrari capable of reaching speeds of up to 300km/h. However, Ronaldo's excitement over owning this car was short-lived.
Ronaldo's new Ferrari was involved in a terrible accident near the airport, just two days after he bought it. He was speeding to make it to training on time and lost control of the vehicle, resulting in a life-threatening accident; he emerged unscathed from the incident.
Prince of Brazilian football's close call
Neymar Jr., the prince of Brazilian football, faced a life-threatening car accident during his childhood. Despite this traumatic experience, Neymar demonstrated remarkable resilience and determination, ultimately rising above adversity to become one of the most renowned footballers globally.
Argentine Footballer just got saved
Ever Banega, an Argentine footballer, had a terrifying experience when his convertible caught fire during his time at Valencia. He forgot to put on the handbrake when he got out of the car to refuel, causing it to move backward and catch fire. Banega was trapped and suffered ankle and tibia fractures, keeping him off the pitch for several months.
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