Ahead of the Milan‑Inter showdown, the young winger shares personal stories and a promise to keep his feet on the pitch, not the dance floor.
Key points
- Diego Moreira’s name was chosen by his mother because of her admiration for Diego Maradona.
- Cristiano Ronaldo is Moreira’s football idol, a figure he has looked up to since he was five or six.
- Moreira wears the number 22 shirt for AC Milan, a choice he feels honors Kakà’s legacy.
- He is focused on winning the derby against Inter and will not attempt a break‑dance celebration to stay injury‑free.
In a pre‑match chat with DAZN, AC Milan’s winger Diego Moreira reflected on the origins of his first name, noting that his mother chose "Diego" because she admired Diego Maradona and felt the name was destined for football.
Moreira also revealed that Cristiano Ronaldo has been his football idol since early childhood, describing the Portuguese star as "the best" and a source of inspiration both on and off the field, even mentioning that he once wanted to copy Ronaldo’s hairstyle.
A name linked to Maradona
When asked about the iconic number 22 shirt he now wears, Moreira said he originally hoped for the number 7 but grew to like 22, calling it an honour that connects him to AC Milan legend Kakà’s legacy at the club.
Speaking about the upcoming derby against Inter Milan, Moreira emphasized the match’s importance, saying he would "die for the team" in such fixtures and that the squad’s unity is key to success.
Ronaldo as a lifelong role model
He dismissed a fan‑sponsored challenge to break‑dance after scoring, explaining that he wants to avoid injury and will only consider dancing if he ever returns to practice.
Reader questions
What squad number does Diego Moreira wear for AC Milan?
He wears number 22, a choice he says looks good on his back and links him to Kakà’s legacy at the club.
Who does Diego Moreira consider his football idol?
Moreira cites Cristiano Ronaldo as his favourite player and primary role model.
Will Moreira break‑dance if he scores against Inter?
He said he will not break‑dance after a goal, preferring to avoid injury.
Source: goal.com
