In a recent podcast, medical expert Eduard Estivill revealed the key factors contributing to the illustrious careers of Portuguese football star Cristiano Ronaldo and Argentina’s World Cup-winning captain Lionel Messi. Estivill emphasized the crucial role of sleep in maintaining the athletes’ health and performance levels.
Importance of sleep for athletic performance
According to Estivill, both Ronaldo and Messi employ the services of a sleep coach who advises them on the optimal number of hours they need to rest.
“They use a lot of energy during the game, and they need to get adequate sleep to maintain their health,” he stated, underscoring the significance of sleep in their rigorous training and match schedules.
Despite their long and storied careers, both players continue to make headlines with their remarkable achievements. Ronaldo has recently reached the milestone of 900 career goals and is now targeting the landmark of 1,000 goals.
Meanwhile, Messi, who plays for Inter Miami, has scored seven goals in six matches since joining the club, showing no signs of slowing down as he approaches 40 years of age. The Argentine forward remains a pivotal figure on the field and has not indicated any plans for retirement.
