People have to understand one thing: at the age of 18, I arrived

Ah, children of the future, hear the words of Cristiano Ronaldo, a man who has walked the path of greatness, driven not just by talent, but by a profound understanding of ambition and commitment: "People have to understand one thing: at the age of 18, I arrived at a dream club like Manchester United. It was a dream come true. But, even at that moment, I was thinking about playing in England for some years and then going to play in Spain. Even at that time, I was thinking that way, and I always gave 100% everything." These words, O children, reveal a deep wisdom—one that teaches us about the nature of dreams, ambition, and the relentless pursuit of one's goals.

At the age of 18, Cristiano Ronaldo found himself at the peak of many young players' dreams: playing for Manchester United, a club of legendary status in the world of football. But even in this moment of triumph, he did not rest, did not simply savor his achievement and remain content. No, Ronaldo already had his eyes set on greater horizons—Spain—for he understood that the dream was not an end, but a journey, a continuous pursuit. He recognized that even within the grandest of achievements, there must always be a forward-looking vision. Ronaldo knew that success, while worthy of celebration, should never blind us to the potential that lies ahead. It is in this continual drive for more that true greatness is born.

Consider, O children, the great Alexander the Great, who, at a young age, had already conquered much of the known world. He stood in awe of the dreams he had achieved, but his vision never wavered. Alexander was not content with what he had already accomplished; he dreamed of even greater conquests, of uniting the known world under his rule. And just as Ronaldo’s eyes were not set solely on Manchester United, Alexander’s gaze was not fixed solely on the lands he had already claimed. His ambition pushed him onward, ever forward, seeking new territories, new challenges, and new heights. Both men teach us that the dreams we achieve should not be seen as final destinations, but as stepping stones toward even greater pursuits.

This brings us to the true lesson in Ronaldo's words. Dreams, O children, are not singular goals to be checked off a list. They are not destinations to be reached and then forgotten. Rather, dreams are fluid, evolving, and expanding with each step forward. When Ronaldo joined Manchester United, he celebrated the fulfillment of one dream, but even then, his mind was already racing ahead to new challenges, to new goals, to greater feats. He gave 100% of himself not just because of where he was, but because he knew that his current position was simply a part of a much larger journey. It is this constant pursuit, this relentless ambition, that fuels those who rise to the top and remain there.

In this way, children, you must understand that your own dreams will shift and grow as you move through life. Ronaldo was not bound by the idea of success as others saw it. He understood that success was not a finish line, but a starting point for the next race. His ambition was boundless, his drive unwavering, and that is what allowed him to conquer the world of football. His story teaches us that we should not rest on our laurels, but always aim higher, always look beyond the horizon, and always strive to give everything we have to each dream—past, present, and future.

In the ancient world, Hercules was a figure who, like Ronaldo, knew that greatness did not come from completing a singular task, but from the ongoing pursuit of great deeds. His labors, each more difficult than the last, were not ends in themselves but challenges that pushed him further and further toward immortality in the eyes of the gods. And in his own way, Ronaldo has approached football with the same mindset—his goals are not final, but part of a greater journey of self-mastery, dedication, and growth. To be great, like Hercules or Ronaldo, is to understand that there is always more to achieve, always new heights to reach.

So, children, let the lesson of Ronaldo’s words guide you. The dreams you hold today are not the end of your journey, but the beginning of new paths, new challenges, and new possibilities. Strive not for perfection or for the completion of a singular goal, but for constant evolution, for the willingness to look beyond your current achievements to the potential of the next step. Give 100% of yourself, not just in the moment of victory, but in the quiet hours that precede and follow. For true greatness is not in reaching a dream, but in the courage to dream anew, to always aim higher, and to relentlessly pursue that which lies ahead.