Mariano on the pressure after inheriting Ronaldo's jersey at Real: the result was shocking.

Mariano Diaz's words on the pressure at Real Madrid

According to The Sun: MARIANO DIAZ shared his thoughts on the difficulties associated with wearing the prestigious number 7 after Cristiano Ronaldo at Real Madrid. His experience did not quite meet expectations, which led to certain reflections.

Diaz, 32, started his journey in Real's academy in 2011 after joining from Badalona. Just five years later, he got the chance to play in the first team under Zinedine Zidane.

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“It’s hard to replace a player like Ronaldo, and the burden of the number 7 was enormous for me”

With his perseverance and a desire to learn, Diaz is trying to cope with the pressure that accompanies this number. While the challenges he faces are quite serious, the player remains optimistic about his place in the team.

Moreover, numerous Real players have gone through similar difficulties trying to cope with the expectations set by their predecessors. Today, Diaz strives to find his style and regain confidence on the pitch to prove his worth to the team.