Benfica star speaks 7 languages and plays piano; find out who | OneFootball

Leandro Barreiro, 26, is in his third season at Benfica, after spending almost a decade at Mainz. On the pitch, the Luxembourg midfielder is known for his intensity and ability to regularly force his way into managers’ plans. Off the pitch, however, he prefers to keep a low profile and stay away from the spotlight.

In an interview with Luxemburger Wort, the player revealed some details about his personal life and showed a lesser-known side of himself. Barreiro speaks seven languages, plays the piano, and admits he does not like bringing football into the family environment. However, he remains in close contact with his mental coach, with whom he has worked for almost six years.

"It has been clear to me from the beginning that my private life is my own business. If something ever happens, I do not want the whole world to know. We analyze everything and look for methods that allow me to deal better with difficult situations. I talk to him about everything because I believe everything affects my performance on the pitch," he added.

Barreiro explained that they keep in touch through messages and video calls, and that the mental coach also occasionally travels to Lisbon. His parents still live in Luxembourg, but they frequently visit Portugal to follow their son's matches closely. Outside football, the player finds other ways to spend his time. He is passionate about anime and enjoys playing the piano, reading, going for walks, and spending time with his dog.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇵🇹 here.