Brazilian forward Ronaldo (R) shares a light moment with Ghanaian forward Asamoah Gyan (C) during the round of 16 World Cup football match between BrazilAsamoah Gyan has shared a skill he learnt from legendary Brazilian striker Ronaldo.The former Ghana captain, arguably Ghana’s all-time best player, disclosed that one of his best dribbling moves was perfected by learning from the two-time World Cup winner.Gyan, during his playing days will beat any defender, the moment he produces the skill.In a post on social media by a fan, Gyan was mentioned in reference to Brazil and Barcelona star Raphinha, who is yet to master the skill.The fan wants Raphinha to learn from the Ghanaian legend, but a humble Gyan revealed he acquired the skill from Ronaldo during his Junior High School days.”I learnt this skill from R9 when I was in JSS( JHS),” posted Gyan.

@CyrusAgogo I learnt this skill from R9 when I was in JSS( JHS)

ASAMOAH GYAN (@ASAMOAH_GYAN3) October 21, 2026Interestingly, Gyan faced Ronaldo at the 2006 World Cup, as Brazil defeated the Black Stars 3-0 at the round of 16 of the World Cup in Germany.Gyan has never hidden his admiration for the Brazilian, who many regard as the greatest striker of all-time.Meanwhile, Gyan holds the record for the most goals scored by an African at the World Cup (6), and he is also Ghana’s all-time top scorer with 51 strikes.