Most 9-year-old girls are asking their parents for new iPhones, the newest trend of clothing and hoping to go viral on Tik-Tok. However, not all 9-year-olds are focused on these societal norms. If you haven’t heard of her already, well you’re welcome. Ariana Dos Santos is one of the most technical players on the pitch and shows off her skills on social media for the world to see.
Her Instagram page (@arianadossantos10) is full of her craftiness and game film of her schooling anyone and everyone. At just 9 years old she plays with boys, plays up in age and even got the opportunity to showcase her juggling skills with the Brazilian national team.
Since her social media following is in the hundreds of thousands it was only a matter of time until a talk-show host brought her on to their show. In 2018, Ariana made an appearance on the Steve Harvey Show, where she was emotional at the mere mention of her idol Neymar’s name. After her guest appearance she shed tears for weeks.
Giving continuity to a few emotional moments from @neymarjr, let's remember when the player made Ariana dos Santos' dream come true, on Steve Harvey's Talk Show, in 2018. pic.twitter.com/7eCsFy5n4F
— Neymar Jr. Site (@NeymarJrSite) December 28, 2018
One year later, Ariana’s parents posted on Instagram asking anyone if they had connections with the Brazilian national team so Ariana could live out her dream of meeting Neymar in Miami for her ninth birthday.
Fortunately enough Ariana’s passion for football and the power of an Instagram post gave her the best birthday gift ever. For all those passionate about the game, meeting your idol is an emotional and amazing experience. As for Ariana, she lived her dream of meeting Neymar and the entire Brazilian squad. I’m not crying, you’re crying.
Duvido que vocês vão ver uma fofura maior que essa hoje Fã e ídolo batendo bola... O presente e o futuro do futebol brasileiro juntos!
— Neymar Jr. Site (@NeymarJrSite) September 6, 2019
After her exclusive meet and greet with the Brazilians, Ariana and her family got to enjoy the friendly between Brazil and Colombia. Not only is Ariana a crafty player, but she is also a pretty entertaining commentator.
This is definitely a moment she will remember forever.
| Neymar e Ariana dos Santospic.twitter.com/CdYFYiWamm
— Portal Neymar Jr (@njrnewsbra) September 6, 2019