Passion always has subjective connotations for every individual. But there are incidents, where passion is in genes. Every form of arts, sports, and academic endeavor needs years of hard work and determination.
Parents are usually considered to be role models for their kids. But this iconic father and son duo has terrific energy and has set a new pedestal in the history of premier league football (พรีเมียร์ลีก อังกฤษ, term in Thai). Let’s dive right in!
· Miguel Angel and Xabi Alonso
First, on the list, we have Periko aka Miguel Angel. He was the most terrific football player of his time. During his days he played for Real Sociedad and FC Barcelona. He won chains of La Liga Titles when he was playing with Real Sociedad as a midfielder. After moving forward with FC Barcelona, he won the Copa Del Rey Trophy and added many more trophies and medals.
His son Xabi Alonso, also opted for football as his career and has excelled in the sports gem. He played with Liverpool FC, Real Madrid, and FC Bayern Munich. He won the La Liga title while playing with Munich and lifted the UEFA Champions League twice.
· Mazinho and Thiago and Rafinha
This father and son duo has played for the same club. Mazinho has won the World Cup and Copa America during his days. Mazinho played for Brazil in his days and Rafinha has chosen to walk in his father’s footsteps and is currently playing for Brazil.
Thiago on the other hand has chosen to play for the Spanish National Team. Thiago and Rafinha have won the champion league for their respective clubs. In comparison, both brothers, and their father Mazinho have noted International trophies and medals.
· Peter Schmeichel and Kasper Schmeichel
We all have heard the name of the greatest goalkeeper Peter Schmeichel. He is renowned for his time with Manchester United. He has won five premier league trophies, and three FA Cups, and he was also part of the treble-winning session of 1998-99. He also won UEFA Euro in 1992 with Denmark. Kasper Schmeichel is living up to the father’s legacy.
Kasper Schmeichel also possesses the premier league like his father. He has also won the FA Cup with Leicester, in 2021. Even though Kasper faces a direct comparison with his father. He has made his mark in the universe of the premier league.
· Cesare and Paolo Maldini
It is incredible and surreal to have three generations of the family in the premier league of football. All of these played for the same club, AC Milan. Cesare Maldini won the European Cup in 1963. Paolo Maldini was the hero of AC Milan, he was known for his defensive ability. During 1991-1992, Paolo and his club won 59 games unbeaten and 23 trophies.
· Daley and Danny Blind
Daley Blind was a deadly player for Manchester United. During his playing span, he won the FA Cup, League Cup, and Europa League. Danny Blind played for Ajax and won five Eredivisie titles, UEFA Champions League, and UEFA Super Cup.
