Brazilian football legend Adriano, once seen as a rising star destined to follow in Ronaldo’s footsteps, has once again captured global attention—not for his athletic skills, but for his battles with personal demons.
In a recent video, Adriano, who had a remarkable career with Inter Milan and the Brazilian national team, was seen intoxicated on the streets, sparking concern among fans worldwide.
According to Goal.com, Adriano scored 74 goals in 177 appearances for Inter Milan and netted an additional 27 goals for Brazil at the international level
Adriano’s remarkable goal-scoring form in 2004-05 was even more impressive given the emotional weight he was carrying. He dedicated his goals to his late father with a trademark celebration, pointing to the sky, but beneath the surface, he was struggling.
“My love for football was never the same,” he shared with The Player’s Tribune. “I was across the ocean in Italy, away from my family, and I just couldn’t cope with it. I got so depressed, man. I started drinking a lot. I didn’t really want to train. It had nothing to do with Inter. I just wanted to go home.”
As a result, Adriano’s weight began to fluctuate, and persistent injuries became more frequent.
However, the new clip of Adriano appearing intoxicated on the streets of Brazil with some guys has continued to spark mixed reactions online.
While some believe the death of his father had a profound impact on him, others argue that Adriano’s struggles are not entirely linked to that loss. They emphasize that in Brazil, it’s common for successful individuals to return to their roots, hanging out with friends from their neighborhood before achieving fame, suggesting that his behavior was part of a broader cultural norm.
Watch the video and see reactions below;
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See reactions below;
black_mo_salah_: He lost his best friend (his dad), and he decided not to play football again. His dad’s death killed his zeal for football, and being honest, he was at his peak when this happened. He was one of the best strikers in the world, and I pray for you today that your loved one won’t die when you need them the most; you guys will have everlasting life. IJN..
simply_adedoyinn: The death of his father ruined his career in his prime. We experience pains differently 😢😢.
domingo_loso: He’s still very successful, na just man wey dey like chill for em hood. Adriano of Inter Milan that year 🔥🔥🔥. That time for PES once you sh⚽⚽t outside 18 box na goal, em sh⚽t dey tear net 😂
temi_nextdoor: Him papa Death change everything sometimes Lossing a Love one Life will just because meaningless to some I remember 2019 I lost my elder sister I was ready too die too 😔.
kimberlylove529: Una go just dey talk rubbish 😂😂😂😂 someone that have 9.6 million followers una say he dey suffer and depress. Na so so bad luck una dey wish person 😂😂 His just playing content go check his page I just came from his page now omo dude is so fresh and rich 🤑.
samvail__: I’m from his page now… Nothing like this and he just posted few hours ago. Maybe he was juts catching out with his way back friends!
fijimiblutut: That’s just a regular clip of him chilling with his childhood friends where he grew up. That’s Brasil for you… the rich never forget their roots and always find themselves to connect to the roots. Millionaires live a very simple life walking freely on the streets mingling with everyone. Unlike Nigeria where you would want to show that you have arrived and change your circle of friends.
lockey_fashion_trend: He was my favorite 99 shot power in intermilan..I played ps2 because of him..may he recover soon.