It's Not All About the Money.. Kaka Stays at AC Milan!

After suffering through unimportant news of Cristiano Ronaldo and his wild ways, news about my favorite European football player finally surfaced. As expected, it was nothing like C. Ronaldo's circulatory updates like his current car and his current girl. As expected, Kaka's made more noise in the world of soccer.

Kaka was in a deal with Manchester City, with Man City offering a record-breaking sum of 100 million pounds for the Brazilian to transfer to them. It raised a lot of eyebrows how they could offer a player that much. I read an article where there was a comment that even C. Ronaldo isn't worth that much (Personally, with his thick skin and big head, he scores lower than Kaka.. yeah, I don't like him at all).

Thankfully, Kaka declined the offer, deciding to stay at AC Milan. I breathed a sigh of relief and almost clapped for joy! Somehow, I like Kaka and AC Milan together. Kaka would still be my favorite player even if he switched to another team, but he's become such a big part of AC Milan that I can't see him in another team.

Majority of the people believed that Kaka would turn down the offer, even if that was such a very huge amount. Most players would have already accepted the offer, I bet, especially with how European football works today. The gist of it is that it all comes down to the money and how much they're going to get by playing for a team. This fact is really disheartening.

But Kaka didn't disappoint. It was not all about the money for him. He's already the highest paid player in AC Milan. I believe he's more than contented with his salary, even if he's not the highest paid athlete in the field. Kaka is as he is. He'll go for a club or a team with a competitive status and a big goal to become champions. That is what AC Milan is, and what Manchester City has yet to become (though it seems it'll them a long time).

In the midst of all this riot over the sum of money involved, I felt the world become lighter because there are still some people who think of their principles in life rather than be swayed with money.

Kaka's Luca Celico Leite Is Born!

He's so cute (as are all babies, I know!) and by looking at his parents, he's bound to be a handsome one when he grows up. Ricardo "Kaka" Leite and wife Caroline celebrated the birth of their son Luca Celico Leite just this Tuesday, June 10! Mother and child are doing great and the whole family is obviously excited and very happy.



I'm a little late on the post, but, what the heck, I'm still a fan! So.. Congratulations to the family!

Kaka On Time 100

I certainly didn't expect Kaka to be included in Time's 100 Most Influential People of the World for 2008, but I salute them! Lining up with Oprah Winfrey, Brangelina, Andre Agassi and others in the most influential Heroes and Pioneers, Kaka's presence in the list caused great joy to his fans... yet also confusion to those who think he doesn't deserve it.

I'm a fan of Kaka, and I was glad he got a spot in the Time 100. He certainly deserves it as he is not only one of the most successful world-class footballers, but also a U.N. ambassador and devout Christian. He is also one of the most humble players in a sport where fame and money can easily turn you into a party animal when you're not careful (yes, I'm talking about C.Ronaldo).

The article written by Kasey Keller was short and wasn't really that informative or detailed. But it was as direct as it can be of the efforts that Kaka has put on for the sport and for the world. He is a great model for the youngsters who wish to become footballers themselves.

Some critics ask, why put him, a soccer player, on the list? Bear in mind that the list is about influential people. In the world of sports, and especially of football/soccer, everyone knows the name of Kaka and everyone regards him as one of the best players in the sport. He has received many honours and awards as proof of that.

Kaka's fame as a successful soccer player, while still clinging on to his morals and principles, is influential enough for people like me who have read about many players gone wild and distracted.