BBC Sport
Hull City academy winger Joao Mendes has said he does not feel extra pressure because he is the son of Brazil legend Ronaldinho.
The 20-year-old joined the Tigers on a one-year deal in September after spending last season in Burnley’s youth set-up.
His father won the 2002 World Cup, Champions League and Ballon d’Or in a career that saw him play for Paris Saint-Germain, Barcelona and AC Milan.
“I don’t feel any pressure. I’ve always had it clear in my mind that I’m me and he’s him,” he told BBC Radio Humberside.
“It’s normal that you’re going to see me as his son but that doesn’t affect me or the way I play. I don’t care at all.”
He added: “All my family always say to me it is just noise and I…
