USMNT star Timothy Weah opens up on comparison with Ballon d’Or-winning father George - but insists it is source of ‘pride’ rather than pressure

The USMNT star who joined Juventus this summer, opened up about the challenges of being the son of a legendary footballer and stated that instead of feeling any pressure, he feels motivated and proud of being the son of former Ballon d'Or winner and AC Milan star George Weah.

Speaking on a podcast hosted by Juventus, the 23-year-old said, "Suffocated by this type of comparison? No, not really. It comes with the territory. I will always be his son, like my mother's son. For me it's pride. In the world of football, you have to earn respect, I'm still along the way, but it doesn't break me down, if anything it motivates me. I've reached this point, I play for Juventus. I've played in the World Cup, the most prestigious tournaments. It gives me strength to continue. I'm proud of having done all this and of what my father did."

George Weah represented Liberia in international football and played for clubs like AS Monaco, Paris Saint-Germain and AC Milan. In 1995, the legendary forward won the prestigious Ballon d'Or thereby becoming the first and the only African - by FIFA nationality - player to win the award.

Upon retirement from football, Weah joined politics and is currently the President of the Republic of Liberia.

George's son Timothy has appeared in 10 matches in the league thus far for the Bianconeri where he provided one assist. He could be next seen in action for his club on Sunday as they take on league leaders Inter in a crucial Serie A encounter.