#3 “I was lucky to come from a difficult area. It teaches you not just about football but also life. There were lots of kids from different races and poor families. People had to struggle to get through the day.”
Tragedy and hardship are that teacher that tests you first and then you learn from it, unlike normal teachers who teach first and then take exams. It is a universally accepted fact that sometimes, struggles in life makes you a stronger person.
Living as an immigrant in a country is never easy. La Castellane – where Zidane grew up – was a place filled with immigrants and workers, a poor neighbourhood where a young boy had a huge dream. The legendary Frenchman’s father was a warehouse worker with a limited salary, yet he provided the role of an inspiration to his son.
Growing up in a difficult area was apparently a boon for Zidane, according to himself. It made him mentally strong, which is the most important aspect to be successful in life.
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