Professional Soccer Player - Charles Gallegos
Cristiano Ronaldo is the all-time leading scorer in men's international soccer.
- The fastest goal in a World Cup was scored in 11 seconds by Hakan Åžükür in 2002.
- Lionel Messi has won the Ballon d'Or (best player award) a record eight times.
- The record for the most goals scored in a calendar year is held by Lionel Messi with 91 goals in 2012.
- Brazilian player Pelé is the only player to have won three FIFA World Cups.
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Creative & Visual Skills
Communication & Interpersonal Skills
Critical Thinking & Judgement
Emotional Intelligence & Personal Traits
Professional & Technical Knowledge
Organizational & Operational Skills
Physical & Situational Readiness
Where does this job happen?
This job takes place in stadiums for matches and trains at dedicated facilities to hone their skills and strategies. They also travel a lot for away games!
What do they actually do?
Professional soccer players train hard, play matches, and work on teamwork to win games. They also maintain their fitness and follow team strategies!
What kind of person does this?
Someone dedicated, disciplined, competitive, and passionate about soccer! They also need to be good team players and handle pressure well.
What skills do you need?
You need great ball control, passing accuracy, shooting skills, speed, agility, and teamwork! Stamina and tactical awareness are super important too.
How much money can you make?
It varies a lot, but top players can make 50k-50 million per year, while others might earn much less, depending on the league, team, and their skill level.