USMNT and Leeds star Brenden Aaronson names Lionel Messi as his favorite athlete
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USMNT and Leeds star Brenden Aaronson names Lionel Messi as his favorite athlete, chooses Philadelphia Union youth club as his favorite team…and loves listening to Drake
Brenden Aaronson from the US has given an insight into what he likes about fans in a short Q&A.
The Leeds midfielder took some time off World Cup preparations with Gregg Berhalter’s squad to reveal some personal details, including his favorite athlete, team and music.
The 22-year-old has made an impression since making a $30 million transfer from Red Bull Salzburg to the English Premier League in the summer.
Brenden Aaronson from the US has given an insight into what he likes about fans in a short Q&A
Aaronson joined compatriot Jesse Marsch in the north of England after his start at the Philadelphia Union.
The team clearly still has a place in his heart as he named his boyhood club as his favorite in America.
He then chose seven-time Ballon d’Or winner Lionel Messi, whose Argentina squad suffered a shock defeat against Saudi Arabia at the World Cup on Tuesday, as the athlete he likes best.
The 25 cap USMNT star from Medford, New Jersey chose Bruce Springsteen over Jon Bon Jovi when asked to choose between the music legends from his part of the world.
Aaronson named Lionel Messi (L) as his favorite athlete and Drake as his No. 1 artist (R)
As for his favorite artist right now, Aaronson selected Drake and couldn’t pick his most loved song, saying, “My favorite song is the whole album with Drake.”
The USMNT hopes Aaronson’s No. 1 artist doesn’t face the team.
There is an internet theory, known as the “Drake curse,” that states that the rapper is behind the downfall of several clubs and athletes around the world.
After players met Drake ahead of matches, PSG, Arsenal, Anthony Joshua and Conor McGregor all suffered high-profile defeats from 2018-19.
Roma hilariously banned all players from having their picture taken with Drake after PSG defender Layvin Kurzawa fell victim to the ‘Drake curse’.
Aaronson played in the US’s 1-1 draw with Wales in their opening Group B game on Monday, as the team now prepares for its crucial clash with England in Qatar on Friday.
The New Jersey native played in the USA’s game against Wales in Qatar’s Group B opener on Monday