Ex-LA Galaxy picks Cristiano Ronaldo as his best mentor and reveals what he learned

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Javier ‘Chicharito’ Hernandez is widely recognised for a career that took him across Europe and the United States, featuring spells with Manchester United, Real Madrid and LA Galaxy.

The Mexican striker shared a dressing room with Cristiano Ronaldo during the 2014-15 season at Real Madrid. Although that period was brief, it left a lasting impression.

Even in a short time, Hernandez was able to observe the habits and mindset that defined Ronaldo’s success. Years later, those lessons still stand out when reflecting on elite standards.

Chicharito Hernandez names Cristiano Ronaldo as his best influence

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Hernandez recently answered a fan question on his Instagram stories, offering a clear and direct response.

“The best player you learned from? Wow. Well, Cristiano Ronaldo. What I learned from him was his perseverance, his discipline, and his professionalism,” the 37-year-old stated.

His comments reinforce Ronaldo’s long-established reputation for relentless work ethic. That approach has been central to maintaining elite performance levels deep into his career.