Rio Ferdinand was born on November 7, 1978 in London (England). Previously was the central defender. He played in such clubs as Chelsea, West Ham United, Manchester United and so on. From 1996 to 2011 he played in the national team of England. He has won many victories and achievements, which, no doubt, will not be forgotten by all football fans.
After the athlete completed his career as a football player. In 2017, Rio Ferdinand said he decided to become a boxer. Boxing for him was not only a new hobby, but also a real outlet after the death of his wife. As the former footballer himself stated, training is a great opportunity for him to distract from heavy thoughts.
Childhood
Rio Ferdinand, whose biography is presented here in brief, grew up in a large family. His parents worked to provide for the family. Father was a tailor and mother was a nanny. When Rio was 14 years old, the parents separated (they were not married). The children remained with their mother, but the father tried to settle nearby so as not to part with them. He tried in every possible way to support his ex-wife, and also did everything so that the children did not know the lack of his attention. Including arranged football training in a local park. Rio was a rather violent child, even at school age. His idols from childhood were Diego Maradona and Mike Tyson.
Career
Rio Ferdinand grew up in the same criminal area, most of whose residents are below the poverty line. But thanks to the efforts of his mother and father, he did not contact the criminals, but attended ballet classes, did gymnastics and attended a theater group. And once he even entered the Blackheath Military School. Rio began his football career in 1989 when he was only 11 years old. The coach noted the unusual abilities of the boy and did everything to ensure that they developed further. After there were long games with famous teams and brilliant victories. Of course, it’s a pity that Ferdinand no longer plays football. But, God forbid, he will succeed in boxing. We wish him success!