Sat. Mar 14th, 2026

Shevchenko: “Leao is a Winger, But Has the Right Attitude. And on Italy at the World Cup…”

Andriy Shevchenko, the legendary former AC Milan striker, was among the notable guests at the World Legends Padel Tour, currently underway at Padel Zenter.

During the event, Shevchenko shared his insights on several pressing football topics, offering his perspective on both individual player development and national team prospects.

He specifically commented on AC Milan’s star forward, Rafael Leao. Shevchenko suggested that despite Leao primarily operating as a winger, he possesses the right attitude and mindset, which could be crucial for his potential evolution into a central striker. This adaptability, according to Shevchenko, is a significant asset for any top player.

Furthermore, the Ukrainian football icon also weighed in on the critical World Cup playoff matches. He offered his perspective on the prospects of both the Italian and Ukrainian national teams as they face their decisive qualifiers to secure a spot in the upcoming global tournament.

By Jasper Carew

Jasper Carew is a sports columnist from Manchester with 12 years of media experience. He started his career covering local football matches, gradually expanding his expertise to NBA and Formula 1. His analytical pieces are known for deep understanding of motorsport technical aspects and basketball statistics.

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